Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, the ultimate luxury hotel escape in the heart of Melbourne city centre. Combining French elegance and modern luxury, curating dining experiences where our passionate chefs and mixologists delight our guest in a lively culinary experience whilst overlooking the city skyline. As a Hotel for the Arts, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins proudly champions culture and tradition with rotating art exhibitions and is immersed in the city’s thriving arts and entertainment scene.

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is renowned for its development of its Apprentice Chef Brigade into true cooking professionals.

This is your opportunity to join our busy Kitchen and highly regarded brigade at the commencement of your culinary career.  You will have the opportunity to build your culinary career in a luxury environment, learning from skilled and internationally experienced professionals and have the opportunity to be involved in a broad range of the Kitchen operations.

PROPERTY DETAILS

• 5-star luxury in the heart of the Melbourne's shopping, theatre and business precincts
• 363 rooms with breathtaking views over Melbourne
• Exclusive Club Lounge that offers club guests that elevated French joie-de-vivre experience
• Sophisticated modern dining with vibrant contemporary French flair at No35 restaurant
• Unique signature cocktails & refined exclusive ambience at Atrium Bar on 35

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•Be responsible for assisting the team with high quality of food preparation and presentation for all service periods

•Exposure to a variety of service styles including a la carte, buffet, room service and functions

•Rotation through a range of kitchens including restaurant, events and pastry

•Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment

•Flexible approach in adapting to guest requests

•Liaise with Food and Beverage Attendants

•Preparation of food and mise en place

•Work according to a daily production sheet

•Keep close control of portion size and wastage

•Be actively involved in learning your trade.

•After service clean all equipment and working area

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

•A passion for food and cooking

•Reliable, punctual and have an eye for detail

•Currently studying or enrolled to study in 2024/2025

•A willingness to learn and take instruction from experienced Chefs

•Ability to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays

•Full working rights in Australia

MY BENEFITS:

•Opportunity to work at an iconic Melbourne luxury hotel

•Career opportunities within the Accor network – local and international

•Be trained to be able to work as a chef in any high level establishment

•Convenient CBD location

•Staff discounts for Accor accommodation and F&B

•Hospitality Award rates of pay

ROLE:
Full-time