Your Culinary Adventure Awaits! If you are a passionate and seasoned Executive Chef committed to sustainability, innovation, and exceptional quality, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of the 1 Hotels & Homes Melbourne family.

Elevate your culinary journey with us and spearhead our kitchen operations with a vibrant focus on zero waste, sustainability, and top-notch quality. Be a visionary leader, setting the stage for engagement, operational brilliance, while upholding our brand standards and doing all the good you can for the world.

Following is a snapshot of what a job description will look like – however we are looking for someone who wants more…

• Develop and execute the pre-opening culinary and stewarding strategy in harmony with our property, brand, and sustainability goals.
• Lead a diverse team with energy, ensuring the delivery of Good-Natured Service aligned with 1 Hotels' Vision, Mission, and Compass.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, showcasing your culinary prowess, and masterfully manage all food-related functions.
• Design and Coordinate menus, purchasing, staffing, and food preparation for various departments, with a focus on sustainability and locally sourced produce.
• Ensure top-notch sanitation and food standards, offering excellent customer service, and being quick to respond to team member and guest concerns.
• Stay on top of guest feedback, performance data, and market trends to drive engagement, boost revenue, and keep us at the forefront of the competition.
• Develop and manage the culinary and stewarding budget, hitting financial goals while keeping a positive cost management index.
• Recruit, select, and mentor an extraordinary team who embody the vibrant culture of 1 Hotels.
• Foster a learning atmosphere, championing continuous improvement, innovation, and a passion for providing exceptional service.
• Build and nurture an organizational culture that maximizes employee engagement, attracts top talent, and encourages mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.

Some of the things you will bring to the table…

• Previous pre-opening experience within a luxury or lifestyle hotel with a strong focus on Banqueting and Events
• A Leader Who Puts People First – leads from the front!
• Extensive culinary expertise with a passion for local, fresh and progressive food.
• Experience thriving in a fast-paced environment, showcasing flexibility and adept prioritization.
• Technically savvy, familiar with culinary operating systems, and a maestro at problem-solving.
• Creative, organised, passionate, commercial and a lover of quality food!
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to meet the demands of our 24-hour operation.
• Maybe you also have a love for beekeeping, urban gardens or sustainable fishing – we would love to hear about that too!

1 Hotels & Homes Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Let's keep the world beautiful together!

The role will start mid 2024 and we are only considering Australian Citizens at this time.