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Form of workThe Etymon Projects vision is to create, curate and manage world class hospitality, lifestyle and leisure businesses within Australia, China, Los Angeles, London and Singapore.
We want to work with people who align with the Etymon values of Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Passion, and who want to be a part of a growing hospitality services business with people at its centre.
The Venue
At AURA, located in North Sydney, Etymon is developing a lifestyle hospitality offering for residents and the local community alike. An artful mix of carefully curated venues including eateries and retail which are collectively designed to be a beacon for visitors and a playground for residents.
The development will include an LA-inspired all-day diner; a bakery, cafe and wine bar that’ll be open from breakfast through to aperitivo hour and dinner; a contemporary Japanese restaurant; and a provedore stocking sustainably sourced groceries and artisanal products.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Culinary Director, the Executive Chef will oversee the kitchen operations within the 4 diverse offerings within AURA, working alongside and developing the Head Chef/Sous Chef for each venue to ensure high quality, well executed product and standards.
The Details
- Demonstrate and enforce excellence and consistency in the product, service standards and product presentation across the precinct
- Manage and execute induction, onboarding, and training plans for kitchen teams.
- Lead a culture of efficient and realistic cost management that encourages revenue growth.
- Focus on revenue creation and the delivery of margin through best practice menu design and management.
- Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents.
- Assist with developing and maintaining the highest food safety standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with Councils and Food Safety authorities in jurisdictions where Food operates.
- Build an inspirational kitchen leadership team and ensure they work as a team consistent with the Etymon’s culture and agreed strategic plans.
- Plan and execute a clear resourcing plan with short and long term in mind, succession, and retention as key focuses.
- Experience managing multi-outlet operations as an Executive Chef
- Experience working within a fast-paced, multi-faceted hospitality group
- Excellent stakeholder management and builds trust
- Commercially savvy, good understanding of the levers to pull to affect change
- Experience managing large teams, including recruitment and development
- Excellence in culinary operations including Health, Safety & Environment
- Be part of the team for an exciting new opening mid-2024
- Discounts across all Etymon venues
- Opportunity for involvement with future venue openings across our ambitious growth plans
- Training and development from some of the best leaders in Sydney hospitality
- An opportunity to be part of truly landmark venues in the future of the Sydney dining scene
