Executive Sous Chef

The Westin is committed to empowering guests to enhance their well-being when they need it most - while travelling. As The Westin associates, we rise to make each day better for our guests, our communities and each other. Discover a place where you’re given a choice to not just get up and go to work, but to rise. Join us as a Executive Sous Chef to feel empowered by career growth opportunities in a people-first environment. 

Position Summary: 

• Rise with us and oversee the daily communications and operations of the kitchen in collaboration with the Head Chef
• Provide strategic support as a key member of the food and beverage leadership team
• Assist with the development of the restaurant, banquet and conferencing menus - placing significance on our guest’s overall wellbeing
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• Liaise daily with the culinary team regarding all aspects of food production, set ups & timings for daily events
• Assists the Head Chef in ensuring the quality, consistency and production of areas of responsibility focusing on attention to detail
• Ensure there is management support and presence visible in each outlet throughout each service period
• Be an empowering leader by providing motivation and support to the team 
• Plan and execute team building activities for associates, creating a people-first environment and enhancing their overall wellbeing
• Understand guest requirements and deliver service excellence by engaging and inspiring guests
• Ensure compliance to Work, Health and Safety, Hygiene and HACCP standards
• Be creative and innovative when assisting with menu design and outlet concepts

About You: 

• Trade Industry Qualification or completion of Commercial Cookery Qualification
• Passion for the industry 
• Relevant experience in a similar role 
• Working rights in Australia 
• Enthusiastic to escalate your career 
• Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment 
• Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude 

Our Benefits: 

• Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends 
• Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month 
• Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognised training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group 
• Genuine care for associates’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program 
• Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend 
• Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness 

Westin Hotels and Resorts are part of Marriott International's Premium portfolio, which has committed to putting people first for 90+ years. Apply now!

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​team, and become the best version of you.