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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 19, 2020
Job Number 20061086
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia
Brand The Ritz-Carlton
Schedule Part-time
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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At more than 80 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. As the premier worldwide provider of luxury experiences, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over. We invite you to explore The Ritz-Carlton.

Owned by multinational developer, Far East Consortium, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth is a prominent anchor point within Perth’s Elizabeth Quay development. Sitting just 30 metres from the waterfront, the 205-room hotel occupies a 28-storey tower, which also includes a selection of impressive residential apartments. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, together with The Towers at Elizabeth Quay, an upscale residential development located beside the hotel, sits atop exclusive retail space, fine-dining experiences, and waterfront access. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth also offers guests world-class amenities, including four distinctive restaurants and bars. The hotel is also ideally positioned to accommodate conference and meeting space demand in the city with 2,000 square metres of conference space, including a spacious 572 square metres ballroom fitted with the latest AV technology. Other facilities at the hotel include a Fitness Centre, which offers a gym, spa, and outdoor infinity swimming pool, while an open-roof courtyard with tropical, landscaped gardens creates a resort feel in a bustling city.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to go through our selection process. We will require candidates to have unrestricted working rights for Western Australia.

Job Summary

Set-up and break down work station. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods. Prepare cold food. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare special meals or substitute items. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacle. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 19, 2020
Job Number 20049529
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location W Melbourne, 408 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Brand W Hotels
Schedule Full-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Management

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W Melbourne is the rebel between the streets, taking its design cues from Australia’s cultural capital and providing the back-lane entrance keys to what’s New/Next in the city. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites peel back the layers and revel in the city’s history. There are five electric and daring bars and restaurants within the hotel, plus over 800 square metres of ultra-modern event space. W Melbourne is set to be the place to see and be seen in.

Boldly coloring outside the lines of luxury, W turns the traditional notion of the extravagant hotel on its head. Our irreverent attitude and taste for excess redefine revelry for the modern jet set. Our guests have a lust for a life less ordinary that drives them to demand more, experience it all, and hit repeat.

We share our guests’ passions, providing insider access to what’s new and what’s next. Moderation is not in our vocabulary and we know that lust for life demands more, not less. W guests soak it in and live each day with a mantra: Detox. Retox. Repeat. If you’re ready to create the energetic W scene that is magnetic to everyday disruptors around the world, then we invite you to explore a career with W Hotels.

JOB SUMMARY

Exhibits creative baking and decorating talents by personally performing tasks while supporting the talents in preparing quality and consistent pastries for all areas. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Supports developing and training team to improve results while maintaining standards. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 3 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 1year experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Leading Pastry Culinary Team

Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees’ absence.

Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.

Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.

Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door” policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.

Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met
Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.

Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.

Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.

Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.

Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products

Supervises pastry preparation shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.

Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.

Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers daily.

Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

Sets a positive example for guest relations.

Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

Strives to improve service performance.

Maintaining Culinary Goals
Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Trains employees in safety procedures and supervises their ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs.

Purchases appropriate supplies and manage inventories according to budget.

Supports Training and Development Activities
Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

Participates in training talent on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.

Reviews talent levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.

Additional Responsibilities
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Analyses information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary.

Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

Job Description
Posting Date Oct 19, 2020
Job Number 20061289
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast, 71 Sea World Drive, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Brand Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Schedule On-call
Relocation? No
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We welcome guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experiences, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton.

Company

Marriott International is the world’s leading global hospitality company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. With 5,700 properties, you’ll find us in your neighborhood and in more than 110 countries across the globe. Learn about our 30 hotel brands at www.marriott.com/marriott-brands.mi. Find Your World.™

Location

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and sparkling blue lagoons, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast comprises of approximately 300 guest rooms, four award winning restaurants and bars, and a luxurious spa retreat, all in an absolute beachfront environment.

Department

The Kitchen Department is responsible for producing high quality meals for all guests dining our Food & Beverage venues, including our Pearls Bar, Terraces Restaurant, Oasis Pool Bar, Oyster Bar & Grill and In Room Dining and Banqueting. They are responsible for creating amazing dining experiences for our guests.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Casual Cook to join our busy food preparation team. As a member of our five star culinary team, you will work in several different areas of the kitchen, including, buffet serving, cold larder, mise-en-place and banquets, the position generally assists our kitchen chefs.

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess a passion for cooking, be self-motivated and have the ability to work in a diverse team environment. Experience in the food industry is an advantage. Trade qualifications are not essential for this role. You must be available to work a rotating roster, including nights and weekends.

Benefits

To attract and retain the best and brightest people for our team, we offer a range of exceptional benefits, including:

Discounted meals
Exceptionally generous accommodation discounts
World class training programs, and
Strategic career development opportunities
Working for Sheraton is so much more than just a job, it’s a lifestyle.

Be your best. Start your career at Sheraton, where you don’t just work – you belong

 

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 20, 2020
Job Number 20061438
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia
Brand The Ritz-Carlton
Schedule Part-time
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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At more than 80 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. As the premier worldwide provider of luxury experiences, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over. We invite you to explore The Ritz-Carlton.

Owned by multinational developer, Far East Consortium, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth is a prominent anchor point within Perth’s Elizabeth Quay development. Sitting just 30 metres from the waterfront, the 205-room hotel occupies a 28-storey tower, which also includes a selection of impressive residential apartments. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, together with The Towers at Elizabeth Quay, an upscale residential development located beside the hotel, sits atop exclusive retail space, fine-dining experiences, and waterfront access. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth also offers guests world-class amenities, including four distinctive restaurants and bars. The hotel is also ideally positioned to accommodate conference and meeting space demand in the city with 2,000 square metres of conference space, including a spacious 572 square metres ballroom fitted with the latest AV technology. Other facilities at the hotel include a Fitness Centre, which offers a gym, spa, and outdoor infinity swimming pool, while an open-roof courtyard with tropical, landscaped gardens creates a resort feel in a bustling city.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to go through our selection process. We will require candidates to have unrestricted working rights for Western Australia.

Job Summary

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use. Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods. Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures. Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management. Wash and disinfect kitchen area; set-up and break-down work station; and follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures. Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served throughout shift.

Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety and security; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 20, 2020
Job Number 20061440
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, 1 Barrack Street, Perth, Western Australia
Brand The Ritz-Carlton
Schedule Part-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Management

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At more than 80 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. As the premier worldwide provider of luxury experiences, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over. We invite you to explore The Ritz-Carlton.

Owned by multinational developer, Far East Consortium, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth is a prominent anchor point within Perth’s Elizabeth Quay development. Sitting just 30 metres from the waterfront, the 205-room hotel occupies a 28-storey tower, which also includes a selection of impressive residential apartments. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, together with The Towers at Elizabeth Quay, an upscale residential development located beside the hotel, sits atop exclusive retail space, fine-dining experiences, and waterfront access. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth also offers guests world-class amenities, including four distinctive restaurants and bars. The hotel is also ideally positioned to accommodate conference and meeting space demand in the city with 2,000 square metres of conference space, including a spacious 572 square metres ballroom fitted with the latest AV technology. Other facilities at the hotel include a Fitness Centre, which offers a gym, spa, and outdoor infinity swimming pool, while an open-roof courtyard with tropical, landscaped gardens creates a resort feel in a bustling city.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to go through our selection process. We will require candidates to have unrestricted working rights for Western Australia.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists the Sous Chef in ensuring the quality, consistency and production of areas of responsibility in kitchen. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Works with team to improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved. Develops and trains team to improve results.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met

• Supervises the preparation and production of all hot or cold food items for buffet and a la carte menu to ensure that they are in compliance with the prescribed recipes and specifications.

• Supervises kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.

• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.

• Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.

• Plans and manages food quantities and plating requirements for the food operation (e.g., restaurant, banquet, pastry shop).

• Communications production needs to key personnel.

• Produces production prep list.

• Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g., HACCP, OSHA, ASI and Health Department).

• Assists in estimating daily restaurant production needs.

• Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

• Determines how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

Leading Kitchen Team

• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Leads shift teams while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

• Supervises and manages restaurant kitchen employees. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees’ absence.

• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

• Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

• Ensuring and maintaining the productivity level of employees.

• Ensures employees are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.

• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.

• Assumes duties of the Sous Chef in his/her absence.

• Assists Chef in daily line up and conducts in his/her absence.

Establishing and Maintaining Kitchen Goals

• Sets and supports achievement of kitchen goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

• Developing specific guidance and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish daily kitchen operations work.

• Understands the impact of kitchen operation on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Effectively investigates, reports and follows-up on employee accidents.

• Knows and implements company safety standards.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.

• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.

• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Handles guest problems and complaints.

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

• Participates in training restaurant staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.

• Manages employee progressive discipline procedures.

• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.

• Uses all available on the job training tools for employees.

• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 23, 2020
Job Number 20061817
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Westin Perth, 480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia
Brand Westin Hotels & Resorts
Schedule Part-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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Boldly coloring outside the lines of luxury, W turns the traditional notion of the extravagant hotel on its head. Our irreverent attitude and taste for excess redefine revelry for the modern jet set. Our guests have a lust for a life less ordinary that drives them to demand more, experience it all, and hit repeat.
We share our guests’ passions, providing insider access to what’s new and what’s next. Moderation is not in our vocabulary and we know that lust for life demands more, not less. W guests soak it in and live each day with a mantra: Detox.Retox.Repeat. If you’re ready to create the energetic W scene that is magnetic to everyday disruptors around the world, then we invite you to explore a career with W Hotels.

Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity

Others may call you a foodie, but you know you’re much more than that. You want to learn all the tricks of the trade and be the master of the kitchen. When you join us, you’ll find that there are no limits on your creativity or your potential. We inspire you to grow and challenge yourself because when you are pursuing excellence, you’re helping us to provide exceptional travel experiences.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
Learning and development opportunities
Recognition programs
Wellbeing programs
Encouraging management
Team-spirited colleagues

The impact you’ll make

You hold yourself to a higher culinary standard and it is your attention to each preparation that keeps guests with us to dine. Working with a dedicated team of experts, you will learn something different every day as you work with new seasonal menus and unique presentations. You hard work pays off when a dish that you’ve thoughtfully helped to prepare has guests raving and anxious to return.

What you’ll be doing

Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu
Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature
Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly
Ensure the proper sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers

What we’re looking for

Great teamwork skills and attention to detail
Positive outlook and outgoing personality
Previous kitchen experience is a big plus

This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs. Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required. Prior to employment, we’ll ask you to complete safety training and certification.

Explore our very big world

When you bring your natural talents and passion for food, we welcome you into our family. No matter your specialty or culinary background, we offer great rewards and opportunities to improve your skills. You will work closely with a team of inspired professionals who encourage and invite your contributions.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 23, 2020
Job Number 20061807
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Westin Perth, 480 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia
Brand Westin Hotels & Resorts
Schedule Full-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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At Westin, we are committed to empowering the well-being of our guests by providing a refreshing environment, thoughtful amenities, and revitalizing programming to help ensure that they leave feeling better than when they arrived. We recognize that travel can be disruptive to our guests’ well-being, and we’re energized to assist as partners in helping them maintain control and soaring above it all while on the road. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to best assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at Westin, together we can rise.

Job Summary

Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform F&B service staff of 86’ed items and available menu specials. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 26, 2020
Job Number 20062914
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location Four Points by Sheraton Melbourne Docklands, 18 Pearl River Road, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia VIEW ON MAP
Brand Four Points
Schedule Part-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Non-Management/Hourly

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Where timeless classics are woven with modern details. Where business meets pleasure. Where even when you’re global, you can experience the local. Designed for the independent traveler seeking balance, there’s Four Points.
Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity
Others may call you a foodie, but you know you’re much more than that. You want to learn all the tricks of the trade and be the master of the kitchen. When you join us, you’ll find that there are no limits on your creativity or your potential. We inspire you to grow and challenge yourself because when you are pursuing excellence, you’re helping us to provide exceptional travel experiences.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
Learning and development opportunities
Recognition programs
Wellbeing programs
Encouraging management
Team-spirited colleagues

The impact you’ll make

You hold yourself to a higher culinary standard and it is your attention to each preparation that keeps guests with us to dine. Working with a dedicated team of experts, you will learn something different every day as you work with new seasonal menus and unique presentations. You hard work pays off when a dish that you’ve thoughtfully helped to prepare has guests raving and anxious to return.

What you’ll be doing

Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu
Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature
Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly
Ensure the proper sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers

What we’re looking for

Great teamwork skills and attention to detail
Positive outlook and outgoing personality
Previous kitchen experience is a big plus

This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs. Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required. Prior to employment, we’ll ask you to complete safety training and certification.

Explore our very big world

When you bring your natural talents and passion for food, we welcome you into our family. No matter your specialty or culinary background, we offer great rewards and opportunities to improve your skills. You will work closely with a team of inspired professionals who encourage and invite your contributions.

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Job Description
Posting Date Oct 02, 2020
Job Number 20057070
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, 34 Davey Street, Hobart, Southern Territory, Australia
Brand The Luxury Collection
Schedule Full-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Management

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The Luxury Collection is a glittering ensemble of locally authentic hotels and resorts from around the world. Our hotel teams curate the world’s most enriching and desirable destination experiences. Our mission is to guide our guests, these seasoned travelers on transformative journeys that touch their spirits, enrich their lives and create lasting memories. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling and a desire to provide genuine, personalized, and anticipatory service, then we invite you to join us on our journey and explore a career with The Luxury Collection.

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart is located just steps from Hobart’s waterfront and the city’s top restaurants and attractions. The Tasman is a unique combination of Modern Contemporary, Art Deco and Heritage architecture. Presenting 152 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites with carefully restored features and adorned with exclusive art pieces from local artists, The Tasman reflects the true spirit of the destination.

The hotel is due to open in April 2021.

YOUR TEAM

You will be joining a diverse operation over a 24-hour period utilizing three separate kitchens. The operation includes both boutique and large conferences and events. Upscale signature ala carte restaurant, lobby lounge and bespoke in room dining experiences.

YOUR ROLE

Supporting the Executive Chef, you are responsible for the smooth running of all kitchens to achieve food and beverage revenue, high quality product is produced, profit and guest satisfaction goals. You will exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading associates and managing all food related functions, as applicable.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manage the daily operation of the kitchen

Direct the day to day operation of the section in the kitchen

Follow standard recipes and plate presentations in order to maintain quality standards of production and presentation

Coordinate the inventory, purchasing and disbursement of all supplies with the purchasing officer

Ensure that appropriate sanitation and food practices are followed and adhered to

Schedule associates based upon forecasted volumes

Complete misen place, par levels and set-up the workstations efficiently and in line with hotel standards

Keep current with local competition; adjusts menu periodically to create a “point of difference” in the marketplace

Ensures all procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process

Participate in the development and implementation of The Tasman’s strategies for the kitchen that are aligned with the hotel’s overall vision.

Establishes goals for the team and creates an environment for associates that is aligned with The Tasman’s culture through regular communication and reinforcement
Manages department controllable expenses
Learns and implements the brand’s standards and Marriott Global food standards
Ensure exceptional customer service

Support and create an environment at the hotel designed to stimulate all senses through personal services, amenities and experiences provided by associates to meet customer expectations on a daily basis
Lead constructive service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention
With a continuous improvement focus, interact with guest and support the hotel enhance service by communicating any associate or guest feedback to your Manager and seek ways to improve and enhance.
Anticipate customer needs through observation and offer prompt, efficient service either personally or through effective communication with other Associates
Responds to and manages customer complaints and concerns professionally and effectively with tact and discretion
Create luxury for the senses by managing the food preparation for a personal and unique dining experience

Supporting the Executive Chef seek out sources of fresh food; monitor all produce and meat for freshness
Suggest daily specials that incorporate seasonal or special-order ingredients

Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays/stations

Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food

Ensure that unused food is stored properly in order to minimize waste and maximize quality

Coordinate service with restaurant and banquet operations

Learning and Development

Complete all relevant training and participate in on the job training with associates
Support the training of team members (e.g. demi-chef de parties or commis chefs) working with you
Identify the development needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise to improve individuals knowledge and skills
Live True

As a member of The Tasman community, you will demonstrate the highest possible standards of professional and personal performance, both as an individual and as part of a team and demonstrate behaviour consistent with our culture and values
Establish strong cross-departmental relationships to fully understand the hotel and factors of success and create an environment for associates that is aligned to our culture through constant communication and reinforcement
PROFILE

Formal Commercial Cookery Certification and minimum of 2 -3 years working experience in a Executive Sous Chef capacity
Proven ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen
Strong skills base and excellent technical knowledge ad ability
Strong time-management skills and exceptional attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to proactively priorities needs and effectively manage resources and rostering
Excellent knowledge of food safety standards
Good written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate a positive can do attitude and enjoy working as part of a high performing team
Reliable and punctual with the ability to work late nights and on weekends
Able to demonstrate the capacity to perform the inherent requirements of the role
Must have valid working rights in Australia