As soon as you enter the foyer with its winding staircase, you’ll be charmed by our recently refurbished Mantra on Russell hotel. Offering airy Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 24-hour room service and reception, this hotel also impresses with its inviting bar and restaurant, serving breakfast lunch and dinner, 7 days. It’s a place you’ll be happy to call work.

We are seeking a dynamic, creative and career focused Head Chef to lead our Kitchen team.

As our next Head Chef reporting directly to the General Manager, you will:
•    Be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen operation
•    Recruit senior and junior positions with assistance of administration staff 
•    Roster team members while interpreting and acting upon financial information
•    Develop external relationships with appropriate suppliers
•    Analyse competitors & market trends while providing constant & consistent development of the menu 
•    Have extraordinary culinary flair and a motivating leadership style to support your enthusiastic team of Chefs
•    Ensure high quality and presentation of food provided to guests, according to property standards and timeframes of service
•    Maintain a safe clean and organised work environment with emphasis on high food safety standards

What we are looking for:
•    A chef with previous experience in an a la carte and functions environment
•    Someone with a confident, modern and creative cooking style with a strong emphasis on quality and presentation 
•    A strong understanding of food cost and control 
•    Experience in month-end stock take 
•    A flexible approach in adapting to guest requests 
•    Great communication skills and ability to develop a motivated cohesive brigade. 
•    Good time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure

Why work for Accor? 
With over 400 hotels in Australia and New Zealand, and over 5000 globally, Accor offers limitless opportunities to grow your career within a supportive network of likeminded professionals.  

Become a Heartist and work in an environment where we encourage you to bring your real self to work, unleash your creativity and have fun. 
Take advantage of exclusive rates across Australia – from 30% off! 

Apply now to begin your journey!

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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