Head Chef

Lead, inspire, and energise a passionate kitchen team to deliver unforgettable dining experiences
Create exciting, modern Asian-inspired dishes that keep guests coming back for more
Bring fresh ideas to the table and stay ahead of food trends
Be the face of the kitchen – connect with guests and bring the Mr Good Guy vibe to life
Run a tight (but fun!) operation: manage costs, rosters, stock, and performance
Build a strong, positive team culture where people love coming to work
Mentor and grow your team into future hospitality/culinary stars
Maintain compliance with food safety and WHS standards
Collaborate with the F&B and hotel leadership teams to align the Mr Good Guy dining experience with the overall hotel goals and promotions to deliver memorable guest experiences

A creative culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Proven experience (minimum of 3 years) as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, ideally in a hotel environment
Passionate about food, people, and creating memorable guest experiences
A natural motivator who bin rings out the best in their team
Confident managing kitchen operations, budgets, and compliance
Strong financial acumen, including cost control and menu engineering
Always curious, always evolving, always hungry for what’s next
Flexible and ready to embrace the rhythm of hospitality (including mornings, evenings and weekends)

Why join us?

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to grow, connect and be part of something global.

At Novotel, you don’t just join a hotel – you become a Heartist®, someone who brings heart to everything they do.

We offer:

Accor ALL Heartist® benefits – Enjoy global discounts on accommodation and dining
Family & Friends perks – Share great experiences with those who matter most
Accor Live Limitless loyalty program – Earn rewards and status worldwide
Learn Your Way – Access industry-leading training and development to grow your career

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