About the Opportunity
As the Executive Chef, you play a pivotal role in leading the culinary experience at the village, ensuring a seamless operation, and delivering a gold standard service. Your responsibilities encompass overseeing all kitchen activities, from the production and presentation of exquisite meals to maintaining ISO Quality Assurance Certifications. You will lead employee development, menu innovation, rostering, auditing, budgeting, and reporting to create a culinary masterpiece that delights guests and exceeds expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee production and presentation of meal services, carrying out cooking duties where necessary, and utilizing computer systems for standard menus, costing and production planning.
Follow and deliver Civeo standard seasonal menus and promote the use of suitable seasonal, regional, & quality produce that reflects Civeo's food standards.
Ensure kitchen, stores and associated areas are presented in a neat & tidy manner at all times fit for public inspection.
Actively participate in continuous improvement and innovation, driving best practice in the kitchen and contributing to ideas.
Ensure a professional and service-based hospitality culture is maintained by the kitchen team with a focus on service quality.
Measure individual and team performance, establishing development needs and succession plans, and regularly providing feedback to the team on the achievement of overall Kitchen and Civeo objectives.
Undertake and provide to more junior staff, technical and other training as required, and attend periodic team and individual meetings as required.
About You
Demonstrated relevant work experience of at least 5 years in a kitchen leadership role.
A minimum Certificate III Commercial Cookery qualification (or equivalent) and able to produce relevant paperwork and certification (International qualifications must be recognised by an Australian Trade College).
Manual Driver's Licence.
An extensive knowledge of cooking in bulk catering & batch cooking in various cuisines.
Strong time management & organisational skills.
A strong leader with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Experience maintaining ISO Quality Assurance Certification.
Strong understanding and knowledge on advanced budgetary analytical skills.
Remote work experience (highly regarded).
What Civeo Can Offer You
Rostered Shifts of 10.5 hours including 30 min unpaid break.
Annual Staff Retention Incentive Bonus paid Quarterly *Conditions Apply.
BYO Work Mate Referral Incentive Program *Conditions Apply.
Access to Civeo's Employee Platform - The Civeo Hive - "Home of reward, recognition, wellness and exclusive staff discounts across hundreds of retailers."
Food and accommodation provided at our Villages (for those not living locally to the Village).
Access to on-site recreational facilities including Gyms, Hub's, and Pools (may vary per Village).
Access to wellbeing and employee programs including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and on-site Health & Lifestyle Coordinators, providing personal exercise plans and nutritional education.
Exciting learning and development opportunities including internal training and development courses, and nationally recognised qualifications.
About Us
Civeo is a global workforce accommodation specialist that helps people maintain healthy and productive lives while living and working away from home. Civeo Australia has over 14,000 rooms throughout Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and Western Australia. We are part of Civeo Corporation, a global company with regional operations in Australia, the United States and Canada with a combined total of over 33,000 rooms.
Civeo is a proud supporter of mutually beneficial partnerships within our communities, which is why we connect with Traditional Owners and First Nations Businesses, leading the way in sustainable partnerships.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol testing and willing to obtain a National Police Clearance.
We're committed to fostering sustainable partnerships and inclusive opportunities in all the communities we operate in. By actively engaging with Traditional Owners and First Nations Businesses, we're not just operating accommodation villages, we're nurturing relationships that honour the rich cultural heritage of the land. We're safe, welcoming and proud to encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to join us.
#J-18808-Ljbffr