Peppers Retreats, Resorts and Hotels – Cradle Mountain TASCradle Mountain Lodge is an iconic wilderness experience in Australia, renowned for its breathtaking location on the edge of the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Located just a picturesque 2-hour drive from Launceston and 1.5 hours from Devonport, our lodge seamlessly blends serene natural beauty with thrilling adventure, making it a highly sought-after destination for travellers worldwide.About the OpportunityWe are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Sous Chef to become part of our dynamic team. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you. If you want to be part of a team that prioritizes growth and excellence, we invite you to join us at Cradle Mountain Lodge.About the Food and Beverage ExperienceAt Cradle Mountain Lodge, we take immense pride in offering a diverse and unforgettable food and beverage experience that celebrates the rich flavors of Tasmania. Our dining options cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences, including:Highland Restaurant: Renowned for its gourmet excellence, Highland Restaurant offers an exceptional fine dining experience and an unmatched wine list. Guests savor the finest Tasmanian ingredients prepared with precision and creativity.Tavern Bar & Bistro: The rustic Tavern Bar & Bistro provides a warm and casual setting for hearty bistro meals. Guests can enjoy craft beers, cocktails, and a rotating selection of local and international wines.Signature Wine & Cheese Tasting and High Tea: For those seeking a special culinary journey, we offer a Signature Wine & Cheese Tasting and High Tea, showcasing Tasmania's gourmet reputation.About the Role:Ensure high quality and presentation of food provided to guests, according to property standards and within a reasonable timeframe of service.Achieve set targets on cost of food.Foster and promote a harmonious working environment within the kitchen and wider outlet team.Responsible for achieving set profit targets for the outlet.Demonstrate superior product knowledge of menu items and seasonal ingredients.Minimize wastage at all times, whilst also ensuring other kitchen team members are trained on efficient cooking techniques to minimize wastage.Ensure supplies and resources are maintained to within par levels – overseeing ordering and stock control where necessary.Ensure completion of daily mise-en-place lists.Seasonal a-la-carte menu design and costing with expectation to capture both in-house and local markets.Maintain equipment - ensure all care is taken to prolong equipment life by keeping clean and handling with care at all times.About You:Several years supervisory or management experience in a la carte restaurants and/or luxury hotels/resorts.Demonstrated a high level of planning and organisational skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deal with people at all levels of seniority in an organisation.Ability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays over a 7-day roster week.Understanding of Food Safety and OH&S standards and compliance.Exceptional attention to detail.Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods.If you are enthusiastic about providing outstanding hospitality amidst the captivating wilderness of Tasmania and want to be part of our diverse and exceptional food and beverage offerings, we encourage you to apply. Join us at Cradle Mountain Lodge and be an essential part of creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.What do we offer?Great team, benefits and perks!Work as part of a great supportive team.Grow and develop a multitude of skills.Career progression and growth opportunities - national hotel portfolio.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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