Sous Chef - Conference & Events

Role summary

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The Sous Chef – Conference & Events supports the Executive Chef in planning and delivering high-quality food for conferences, banquets, functions and other large-scale events. Requirements generally include formal culinary training, substantial commercial kitchen experience, proven supervisory ability and strong knowledge of food safety, allergen management, menu execution and cost control. Experience in hotel banqueting or high-volume event catering is highly desirable. The successful candidate is expected to lead and motivate kitchen teams, maintain consistent presentation and quality, coordinate with event and service departments, manage stock and minimise waste. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve early starts, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Candidates should demonstrate organisation, composure under pressure, creativity and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.

About the employer

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is a luxury five-star hotel located on Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne’s central business district. It is part of Sofitel, Accor’s internationally recognised luxury hospitality brand, which blends French elegance with local culture and contemporary service. The hotel offers premium accommodation, restaurants and bars, conference facilities, event spaces, fitness amenities and personalised guest services. Its location provides convenient access to Melbourne’s shopping precincts, theatres, restaurants, sporting venues and public transport. As an Accor property, Sofitel Melbourne On Collins typically provides employees with opportunities to work in a multicultural environment, develop hospitality expertise and access group-wide learning, career mobility and staff benefits. The hotel’s conference and events operation serves corporate functions, celebrations and large-scale gatherings, requiring high standards of culinary consistency, presentation and service.