Executive Chef
Lead, inspire and elevate our culinary experience
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley is set across 8 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens, offering guests a unique blend of relaxation, events and premium dining.
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations across outlets, conferences and events. This is your opportunity to drive creativity, lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.
What you’ll be doing
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Oversee all kitchen operations including restaurant, banquets and stewarding
- Lead, mentor and develop a large culinary team
- Design and deliver innovative, high-quality menus across all outlets
- Manage food costs, budgets, stock control and supplier relationships
- Ensure all food safety, HACCP and WHS standards are met
- Partner with key departments to deliver seamless events and guest experiences
- Drive consistency, quality and presentation across all food offerings
What we’re looking for
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Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef
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Experience in a hotel environment would be highly advantegous
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams
- Solid financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and cost control
- Passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences
- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment
What you can expect from us
We give our people everything they need to succeed, including a competitive salary and benefits designed to support your best work life:
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Global hotel discounts across IHG Hotels & Resorts
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Career development and industry-leading training opportunities
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Complimentary duty meals and full uniform
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A supportive, inclusive and values-driven culture
At IHG, we live and breathe True Hospitality - being caring, confident, attentive and responsive in everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong, can grow, and make a meaningful difference.
Don’t quite meet every requirement but believe you’d be a great fit? We’d still love to hear from you. Hit Apply and start your journey with us today.
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