Rydges Resort Hunter Valley – Sous Chef
About EVT
When you join EVT, you are joining one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading experience companies. EVT encompasses Entertainment businesses that excite every sense, Ventures driven by a passion for new opportunities and Travel businesses that always feel local and authentic. At EVT, we’re the shakers and the Daymakers. The experience creators. The possibility makers and opportunity takers. We aim to make a positive impact on our people, communities and environment, every day.
About Rydges
Australian & New Zealand owned and operated for more than 30 years, Rydges operates quality city, suburban, and resort-style hotels in key destinations across Australia and New Zealand, with a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. Rydges provides genuine local hospitality with quality essentials alongside its trademark ‘too easy’ service.
About Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
Surrounded by lush vineyards and scenic beauty, Rydges Resort Hunter Valley offers an unforgettable workplace experience. Complete with a range of amazing facilities including a ferris Wheel, brewery, waterpark, and 18-hole golf course, join the team that keeps it all humming in the heart of wine country.
About the role
In conjunction with the Senior Chefs, you will assist in managing all aspects of our Banqueting kitchen operation. This role may also involve working across our multifaceted kitchens, with a focus on:
Key Responsibilities:
- Staff Training: Ensure all staff are properly trained and equipped with the tools and resources needed to perform their job functions effectively.
- Collaboration: Partner with the Kitchen Leadership team to uphold standard operating procedures in line with hotel standards, ensuring guests receive service and products that consistently exceed expectations.
- Team Leadership: Support the leadership, training, and motivation of your team to foster a positive work environment.
- Staff Management: Drive effective staff management while controlling labor costs.
- Quality Assurance: Produce and maintain exceptional quality food in our Conferencing outlet
- Goal Achievement: Work closely with the Kitchen Leadership team to meet core venue targets and objectives.
- Food Safety: Maintain strict food safety and hygiene practices in accordance with regulations.
- Menu Development: Work closely with the Kitchen Leadership team in the development of innovative and cost-effective menus that appeal to a diverse audience.
- Guest Relations: Respond promptly and professionally to guest complaints or concerns, ensuring their satisfaction.
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the protection and maintenance of all operating equipment in collaboration with the Chief Engineer.
- Join us in delivering exceptional dining experiences!
Benefits & perks
At EVT, we want our people to experience our businesses and be brand and experience advocates. So, we make sure access to amazing ‘Elevate Perks’ are available to all staff from day dot.
- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
- 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, LyLo, QT, Atura, and more.
- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.
Skills & experience
- Attention to Detail: Great attention to detail and a genuine passion for your work.
- Experience: Proven experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
- Leadership: Successful track record in managing junior staff and leading a team.
- Cost Management: Understanding of food costs and production processes.
- Availability: Flexible to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Hygiene & Safety: Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene and safety procedures.
- Qualifications: Trade cooking qualifications are essential.
- Compliance: Full knowledge of and adherence to established hotel occupational health and safety guidelines (WH&S).
- Work Eligibility: Must meet the requirements to work in Australia, as no sponsorships will be offered.
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