Junior Sous Chef - Pastry

Australia's premier convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct, ICC Sydney is a world class brand, managed by a close-knit family of extraordinary people.
More than a venue, we are a community of passionate professionals that place our people first.
We are proud to support a diverse team of world class professionals. Our welcoming and inclusive workplace invites you to put your best self forward throughout our recruitment process, and so if any adjustments are required at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our hiring team via email: careers@iccsydney.com or telephone: 9215 7188. Alternatively, advise us if you would like to be contacted by a representative of one of our internal diversity streams for further support.
About this Opportunity:
We are looking for a full-time Junior Sous Chef to work within our talented Pastry team. Join our world-class culinary brigade who thrive on a positive team culture and innovation. You will assist to supervise and manage aspects of the delivery of our Pastry product, while keeping with our standards of food quality and compliance. Key responsibilities will include:

• Effectively lead and oversee staff management within the Pastry production kitchen;
• Provide a high standard preparation for all of our events;
• Deliver functions, large scale events, and must be able to manage and facilitate several sections simultaneously;
• Plan, coordinate and manage Production schedules, efficient rostering and food preparation at our world-class standards;
• Ensuring strict food safety standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet ICC Sydney Brand Standard guidelines and maintained at that level;
• Embrace our Feeding Your Performance philosophy with a focus on fresh, seasonal and local artisan produce;
• Effectively manage the day-to-day operation of the Production kitchen, food cost, portion control, labour cost, productivity and wastage.

Why ICC Sydney?

• Free and fresh daily meals.
• Heavily discounted car parking and dry cleaning.
• Additional and generous leave opportunities including paid wellbeing leave and volunteer leave.
• Purchased leave, novated leasing and salary sacrificing options.
• Team social events; regular companywide meetings and networking, annual awards night, social clubs and committees and diversity and inclusion activations.
• Access to discounted or complimentary event tickets.
• A coffee and pastry on us, on your birthday.
• Regular professional development and learning opportunities.
• We encourage your work life balance and offer flexibility to suit you.
• As an international company, ASM Global can offer future career opportunities throughout our global network of venues.
• CBD location close to public transport and in the heart of the Darling Harbour precinct.

Through its policies and team member benefits, ICC Sydney is committed to prioritising equitable, sustainable, and innovative practices for all team members and visitors. This includes people with disabilities and all abilities, First Nations People, people across all generations, LGBTQIA+ people, new Australians as well as parents and carers and their families (from any family structure). A diverse, in-house team of passionate professionals fosters an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and service excellence.
Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a similar role within a high volume environment;
• Current working knowledge of the hospitality, convention and exhibition industry;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely;
• Adaptable to changing situations while maintaining the highest quality of product and other established standards;
• Ability to work with minimal external assistance;
• True passion for food and an unrelenting drive to provide exceptional event guest experiences;
• An ability to maintain safety standards and to abide by HACCP;
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

What to expect next:
If this sounds like the right role for you, we look forward to receiving your application.
At ICC Sydney, we trust your resume covers your skills, but we're also looking for like-minded passionate, warm, and friendly people to continue to build on our strong culture. Should your application progress, you will be invited to attend an interview.
To be eligible for employment you must have valid working rights in Australia.
Please Note; relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. This includes a National Police Background Check for successful candidates. You will also be required to show proof of identity that meets the 100-point check. Shortlisted candidates may also be required to complete an appropriate and relevant health assessment as part of the recruitment process.