Crowne Plaza Hobart is on the lookout for an exceptional Sous Chef to join our team. This is a leadership role within the kitchen supporting our new Executive Chef and an exciting opportunity for those passionate about leading a team who everyday deliver memorable dining experiences with fine local produce, handled with contemporary flare.

In this role you’ll be the go-to person, leading kitchen activities on shift and preparing our delicious food and helping create memorable menus and experiences for guests. You’ll work collaboratively with the Executive Chef with a focus on our Restaurant, Bars and In Room Dining offering; however, will work collaboratively across all parts of the kitchen including supporting banquet production as required.

Your day to day

• Create a positive rhythm in the kitchen that creates stability and cohesion to meet the demanding needs of the hotel environment

• You’ll make sure our dishes are always at their best, you will play a critical role in making sure the dining experience is special and memorable for guests

• Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development, team processes, costing and training

• Contribute to departmental administration, forecasts, plans, and departmental production reports for management

• Order and manage stock responsibly in accordance with IHG’s purchasing policy and approach

• Ensure all aspects of the kitchen environment are hygienic, HACCP compliant and equipment is working properly

• Answer guest and colleague questions about dishes and kitchen services to develop and maintain product knowledge

What we need from you

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is desirable

• 3 years’ leadership experience in kitchen operations​ and the ability to do all sections competently

• Practical understanding of WHS, Food Safety & HACCP regulations

• Next level organisation and problem solving skills

• Ability to coach and mentor to build strength in the team

• Attention to detail and great time management

• Team player with a collaborative approach to work

• Strong attention to detail, written and communication skills

• Willingness to work in the business as well as on the business

• Full working rights in Australia. We do not provide sponsorship

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From an industry competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life, plus impressive room discounts and perks.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and we promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.

Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' is crafted for connection. Designed for humans not nameless guests or colleagues. Still professional but touches guests on an emotional level. Where colleagues take their initiative and use their personality because they make a crucial difference in the guest's experience. The role of every colleague at Crowne Plaza is to create memorable emotional connections and the job of every leader is to create an environment where that can happen.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.