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Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel are looking for a new Commis chef to expand their great team!

For the Love of Food! Join the Sodexo team  

Do you want to be part of one of the country’s largest and most diverse Chef Teams?  

Sodexo inspires and nurtures our chefs to become leaders in their industry and deliver fantastic food which delights our customers. All we ask is that you have a passion for what you do and an eye for innovation.  

If you’re looking to be part of a team driving the latest food trends across Australia, we have several permanent opportunities available for experienced and qualified Chefs working a Fly-In-Fly-Out 2:1 roster from Brisbane OR Cairns into Weipa Far North QLD 

Who are we looking for? 

If you have a passion for food, thrive in fast-paced environments delivering food to the highest standards, have strong interpersonal skills and love working alongside a team, we want you! To be successful, you’ll need: 

• Australian Citizenship or, Full Australian working rights  

• Trade Certificate, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery  

• Previous experience in mass-catering environments (volume cooking) 

Why choose Sodexo? 

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands here in Australia. Our employees, who personify Sodexo's unique values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, are our greatest asset through their commitment and dedication.  We believe the more diverse we are, the stronger we are. No matter your background, we will do all we can to help you thrive. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive working environment for all our employees. 

At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities. We offer a competitive salary, many development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!  

How to apply? 

If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience and availability.  One of our friendly recruiters will contact shortlisted candidates for a phone interview. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you may have. 

What are you waiting for? Submit your application today and become part of the Sodexo family! 

Reporting to our Executive Chef you will be responsible for food preparation for our breakfast buffet, a la carte, in room dining, and functions service. You will be required to maintain a clean and hygienic work environment, whilst ensuring a high-quality product. In this role you will be responsible for strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. You will be responsible for organising an assigned section and will need to ensure it runs efficiently and productively. You will be required to monitor stock daily, and advise the Sous Chef of product requirements in advance. Your duties include:

• Perform general or specialized cooking duties
• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and presentation standards
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets
• Train or supervise other kitchen team members and promote flexibility and productivity

At Manly Pacific, we are looking for experienced passionate Sous Chefs with proficient knife skills, a passion for fresh food who are self-motivated & enthusiastic to join our team at the stunning ocean-front hotel location the Manly Pacific. 

Besides the room service, the unique French/Mediterranean hotel breakfast restaurant, you will have the opportunity to work at our newly launched Lobby Bar & Rooftop Bar with refurbished swimming pool: talk about breathtaking Ocean Views! 

Our passionate team creatively crafts moments of indulgence for our customers, offering unique dining experiences through traditional techniques and the finest ingredients with a contemporary flair.

Here is the main responsibilities:

• Supervision of kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. Delegate duties and responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met.
• Lead team members by setting a positive example. 
• Assist Executive Chef with menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
• Liaise with Restaurant team members regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
• Maintain excellent presentation standards and cost control for all food and beverage outlets.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
• Works with and co-ordinates the work of apprentices, cooks and stewarding team in the preparation and production of food as required.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned. 
• Ensure the highest possible standard of hygiene is practiced and maintained by the entire F&B Service team to meet Health & Safety regulations and food preparation guidelines.
• Cultivate a positive work environment and identify existing skills and potential, ensuring development of kitchen team members.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly reports, commenting on key performance indicators and actions taken to keep on target.
• Ensure regular and effective communication with the Conference Sales Manager and Conference Coordinator, to meet the expectations of conference and events organizers.
• Carry out annual and mid-year appraisals with team members under your responsibility.
• Accountable for stock ordering and inventory management, plus monthly stock takes.
• Contribute to cost control through energy conservation, correct storage of all materials and use of equipment per operating standards and manufacturers’ specifications.

This casual role will have the opportunity to work within our venue and our experienced team to deliver an outstanding food experience to our guests

Working in this dynamic environment you'll need to be agile and adaptive in your approach and always focused on providing our guests with the most memorable, high-quality experience.

THE ROLE

• Work with senior chefs to ensure food standards are maintained to meet guest expectations.
• Demonstrate confidence and competence in preparation and cooking techniques.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of dishes at all stages, including preparation and presentation.
• Work closely with the team in all aspects of kitchen operations and adhere to guidance and direction.
• Follow and demonstrate established guidelines for food safety and handling.
• Ensure appropriate stock rotation, monitor stock levels, and assist with food costing and control, where required.
• Contribute to aspects of kitchen presentation and operations, including maintenance, mise en place, and service.
• Demonstrate high respect and understanding for Work Health & Safety procedures.