Executive Chef | Full-time | InterContinental Sydney Double Bay

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs.

Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

Join the team at InterContinental Sydney Double Bay, a five-star boutique hotel nestled in Sydney’s exclusive Eastern Suburbs.

Located just 5km from the CBD and 200m from Double Bay Wharf, our hotel offers understated luxury and warm, personalised service.

With elegant rooms, a rooftop pool and bar, and renowned dining experiences, it’s a distinctive setting to grow your career in a refined yet vibrant environment.

About the Role

As Executive Chef in this established team you’ll lead kitchen activities in preparing delicious food and helping to create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine.

You will ensure food quality, creativity kitchen cleanliness, ordering and people management are kept to our high standards - to make sure the kitchen is always running smoothly.

 This busy operation is a great step into the world of luxury dining.

 The scope includes functions / banqueting for up to 400 guests, a signature restaurant, two well regarded bars, private dining, Club InterContinental and IRD.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but mostly you’ll:


* Oversee daily operations including menu planning, costing, and ensuring food quality standards in a fast-paced luxury hotel environment.


* Design and refine seasonal menus, incorporating guest preferences and culinary trends while maintaining high-quality standards.


* Prepare and Present Dishes: Ensure each meal is visually appealing and full of flavour, adhering to presentation standards while adding your own signature flair to every dish.


* Monitor kitchen supplies and equipment, ensuring everything is in order and minimising waste.

Take ownership of your workstation and kitchen operations.


* Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring productive, non-wasteful performance.

Schedule staff, approve timecards according to payroll schedules and budget, and foster a high-performing team environment.

What we need from you


* Full working rights in Australia without restrictions (a kind reminder that sponsorship is not available for this role)


* At least 3 years’ leadership experience in kitchen operations.


* A portfolio of culinary work that speaks volumes about your creativity, commitment to quality and that you're proud to showcase.


* Mandatory certifications include Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is essential


* Problem solving, reasoning, motivation, organisational and training abilities. 
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