Sous Chef - Banquets & Catering

• Full-time 
• Opportunities for professional and leadership growth and skills development in hotels and hospitality 
• Attractive salary package on offer depending on experience

 The Opportunity   

Working alongside some of the most creative and respected Hotel and Hospitality names in the industry, the Sous Chef - Banquets & Catering role forms part of our Kitchen leadership team that is ideas driven, ever evolving and guest experience focused.    

You will report to and work alongside our Head Chef.  

The Sous Chef - Banquets & Catering role will ask you to actively participate in delivering the overall guest experience through banquets and catering, requiring the tenacity and focus to listen to your team and our guests to always better the delivery of the Q signature service.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:  

• Prepare and present buffet, banquet and formal function menu items ensuring a high standard of guest satisfaction.
• Management and delegation of duties & responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met.
• Assist the Head Chef with menu preparation, creation and execution, ensuring adequate supplies are available.
• Use your creativity and novelty to bring innovation to our team.
• Exercise your understanding of effective ordering through sound stock, cost and inventory controls.
• Complying with HACCP regulations to ensure the hygienic and safe preparation of food.
• Assist Head Chef in training kitchen talent to maximize service levels and efficiencies according to Q Station standards.
• Liaise with front line team members regarding service times, dietary requirements, special menu requests and any relevant changes.

About Q Station

Q Station is located in the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, offering a range of incredible experiences from boutique accommodation, stunning wedding venues, modern conference facilities, a waterfront restaurant and Sydney’s best ghost and history tours.

As Sydney's only hotel with a private beach, every corner of Q Station looks out over beautiful Sydney Harbour and the quintessential Australian bushland that is home to some of the most unique animals and plants on the planet.

Despite the rich history and incredible views, what makes Q Station most exciting is the passionate, professional and dedicated team that curate once in a lifetime experiences for every one that visits the property.

People are at the core of everything we do, and our commitment is to ensure long-term success and development for every person who chooses to make Q Station the place they love to work. We are proud of the opportunities we provide to our team to grow their skills and careers in hotels and hospitality.

Why you should apply

You have:

• Formal qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or above).
• A love for great food, with a passion to create food moments that strike curiosity and delight all the senses.
• Proven catering experience in a Jr Sous Chef or Sous Chef role in a high-volume venue or multi-site venues - hotel experience is advantageous. 
• Proven leadership experience and demonstrated team building focus.
• Professional and personable, with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Pre-equipped sound decision making and problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.
• Physicality to support movement across a large hotel site.
• Desire to take on challenges and exert a high level of creativity.
• Ability to multi-task and manage both operational and administrative workload (with minimal time behind a desk).
• A high attention to detail with exemplary cleaning and service standards.
• Maintain current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Maintain a current driver's license. The ability to drive a manual vehicle is advantageous!
• Maintain a current First Aid certificate is advantageous.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

 You would like;

Join our extraordinary group and experience a place where you can be yourself, share your ideas, support your personal growth and be a valued member of a passionate team. You'll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family's wellbeing. 

• Attractive salary package on offer dependent on experience
• Ongoing career progression opportunities.
• Discount on all food and beverage.
• Free onsite car parking.
• A beautiful work environment on the edge of Sydney Harbour with private access to Quarantine Beach
• Working with a fun, vibrant and friendly team.
• Discounts on accommodation, food & beverage, flights, car hire and more!
• Accor Staff Benefits Globally.

If you are ready to explore this opportunity, we'd love to connect with you – APPLY NOW! 

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role