You are an extremely passionate Pastry Chef with a big heart, who is a fantastic leader and leads by example. You will represent our professional 5-star service philosophy and create delicious food for our Guests each and every time. You will have a proactive attitude and a desire to achieve the very best. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and energetic kitchen where every day is different. We provide a buffet service for breakfast and an a la carte service for lunch and dinner. We also cater for small & large scale conferences, events and of course weddings. You will play a very important role in our dynamic kitchen team!

What you will be doing:

• Prepare ingredients and utilise baking equipment
• Create pastries, baked goods and confectionary
• Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure beautiful and tasteful presentation
• Monitor the stock of baking ingredients
• Ensure proper hygiene, sanitation and safety procedures are adhered to at all times
• Control food preparation and manage wastage
• Bring creative ideas and contribute to our pursuit of excellence in all things pastry
• meet and where possible exceed our guests’ dining expectations
• assist in creating a positive work environment for all.

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 an opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Amrun Village in Far North Qld. The Sous Chef will be rostered on a 14 day on, 7 days off – 11 hours per shifts.  

Who are we looking for? 

We are looking for experienced, passionate Sous Chefs who are seeking their next career step. To be successful, you’ll need; 

• Certificate III or IV Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification) 
• Previous experience in mass-catering environments is essential (volume cooking) 
• Previous FIFO Chef or Sous Chef experience is highly desired but not essential 
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP 
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate required
• Prior Sous Chef experience highly desirable 
• Energy & Resources Experience OR FIFO Rostered experience desirable
• Australian Citizenship or Full Australian working rights OR relevant bulk cooking experienced applicants seeking potential Visa sponsorship 

Why choose Sodexo? 

Sodexo is the world’s leading provider of food services. We have a well-respected culinary history – demonstrated by our Love of Food. How do we offer world-class food? We start by attracting top culinary talent. Our chefs are at the heart of what we do, and we are committed to providing opportunities for chefs who are as passionate about food as we are.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. With us, you belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. We are always looking for people to join our team and help us create a lasting impact on individuals, society, and the planet.

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 training, upskilling and 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!  

Belong in a place where you can be yourself and love what you do. Elevate your culinary skills to new levels of excellence. Here you can share and grow your knowledge, learning from passionate and experienced people every day. We will encourage you to explore your creativity and extend your repertoire, bringing joy to our guests with every mouthful.

A Career that lets your passion shine

• Showcase your creative patisserie flair
• Develop and inspire the next generation of pastry chefs
• Be part of a team that has a passion for exceeding expectations
• Use your innovative capabilities to delight guests in their culinary experience
• Grow your career with global opportunities across the AccorHotels group

Reporting directly to our Head Chef  you will have a proven track record of managing a busy kitchen in a high volume casual fine dining environment. You will have experience with a variety of cuisine and a background in Japanese techniques and styles. You will be creative and have a genuine passion for exceptional cuisine. You will also be able to manage and develop a strong team. This role is your opportunity to make your mark within the Sydney dining space and be part of a new venue.

• Creation and planning of menus with the Executive Chef.
• Estimating food and labour costs, stock taking and managing kitchen ordering.
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Preparing and cooking food to a high standard.
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations.
• Developing and training a dynamic and talented team.

Elevate your career by joining the prestigious Sofitel Brisbane Central, where excellence is not just a standard but a way of life. We are currently seeking a full time Demi Chef to join Sofitel Brisbane Central’s culinary brigade.

As an experienced member of the kitchen team, you will assist to supervise operational aspects of the kitchen and junior Chefs, and ensure food hygiene and safety procedures are followed.

ALL about the role:

• Create high-quality dishes, manage kitchen operations, and develop new menu items whilst mentoring junior staff members
• Assist with the implementation of programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen
• Have a genuine passion for what you do, keep up with new food trends, and actively contribute to menu development
• Liaise with Restaurant team regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Ensure stock control procedures are implemented and maintained

Elevate your career to a whole new level with us and join our high-performing kitchen team.

We are currently seeking a Full Time Chef de Partie – Pastry to join Sofitel Brisbane Central’s culinary brigade.

You will be a key driver in bringing to life the creations of our French boulangerie, Chou Chou. You will work as part of a small team to produce pastries and gateaux for Chou Chou and other hotel areas.

As an experienced member of the kitchen team, you will play a significant role in supervising operational aspects of the kitchen and ensure food hygiene and safety procedures are followed.

What you will be doing:

• Be responsible for the pastry kitchen in the absence of the Sous Chefs
• Produce pastries and gateaux for Chou Chou boulangerie
• Ensure employees are following procedures according to department and hotel policies
• Follow stock rotation and minimum wastage by control procedures and ensure adequate supplies are available for service
• Maintain strict food hygiene and safety procedures
• Prepare and produce menu items to established recipes and methods ensuring the production of high-quality food
• Assist with the maintenance of programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets.

Job Description

Bring your creative flair, willingness to learn and hard work to our little hotel in Thornleigh! This is the perfect role for an aspiring and passionate Commis/Demi chef, looking to push their limits, test their grit and make our hotel’s little kitchen their own. 

Lead a small team of chefs and cooks to maximize the offerings of the breakfast buffet and the all day bistro; operating alongside other Department Heads to achieve common goals. An amazing opportunity to learn how to manage your own kitchen with the support and mentorship from an experienced Accor General Manager.

What you will be doing:

• Building and mentoring your team
• Daily food preparation for breakfast, lunch and dinner bistro dining.
• Food ordering and stock control partnered with cost management.
• Upkeep of hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Build rapport with customers
• Continue to learn and drive your development

Chef Manager

Based on our highly regarded multi-national local client site (MARS Petcare) you will manage a small team that work around the clock, while working in a hands-on leadership role.  In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ordering food ingredients and planning menu.

Other duties will include assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food, training of staff and ensuring that staff follows prescribed Food Safety protocol.  This role is Monday to Friday 6.30-2.00pm, salary offered is $78,000 + super

Responsibilities include: Manage kitchen and client, all ordering, staffing, compliance, cooking, menu planning, all paperwork and compliance

Who are we looking for? 

If you have a passion for food, and care about delivering quality meals, have strong interpersonal skills and love working as part of a committed team, we want you! 

To be successful, you’ll need: 

• Australian Citizenship or, Full Australian working rights  
• Trade Certificate, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery  
• A SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification
• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
• Excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i.e.: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests
• You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control.
• Work with the client to delivery on health outcomes.

Why choose Sodexo? 

Sodexo is the world’s leading provider of food services. We have a well-respected culinary history – demonstrated by our Love of Food. How do we offer world-class food? We start by attracting top culinary talent. Our chefs are everything to us. We inspire our dedicated team with our global chef program and chef academy and ensure they can connect and share best practices. 

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! 

Mr Good Guy is looking for our next Head Chef to join our team, help us celebrate the notion of Asian street food with a modern, urban twist at Mr Good Guy in Devonport!

Located at the Novotel Devonport, Mr Good Guy takes you deep into the night markets of Asia, allowing our guests to experience the hawker food found in the backstreets and laneways of South-East Asia in the heart of Devonport.  We pride ourselves on our fun, contemporary and authentic menu that showcases local produce and international favourites.

As an experienced Head Chef, you will relish in the opportunity to show your talents in a strong team orientated environment while contributing to our exceptional food experience for guests. With a strong focus on developing and encouraging a strong team environment, you will lead our team to continuously maintain and improve our restaurants service offering.

ALL about the role:

• Manage, inspire, and lead a team to create an outstanding dining experience for our guests delivering consistent, high-quality food and an exceptional dining experience
• Have a genuine passion for what you do, keeping up to date with food trends, resulting in innovative menu development
• Be innovative, continually looking for ways to wow our guests and challenge the team to create exciting and contemporary menus
• Developing positive customer relations through interacting with our guests and being the face of the kitchen
• Manage department operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, food costs, and waste management
• Foster positive relationships with other key managers, department heads, and suppliers to meet business needs
• Coaching and developing your team to succeed professionally via regular 1:1 meetings, personal development plans, appraisals, training, and reward and recognition programs