Demi Chef - (12 month Maternity Leave Coverage)

Role summary

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The Demi Chef supports the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, cooking dishes to recipe and presentation standards, maintaining food quality, and keeping work areas clean and organised. Candidates are expected to have commercial kitchen experience, sound knowledge of food preparation and hygiene practices, and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. A relevant cookery qualification or apprenticeship is advantageous. The role requires teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, flexibility across kitchen sections, and a commitment to workplace health and safety. As this is a 12-month maternity-leave position, candidates should be available for the full contract period and demonstrate a professional, positive attitude.

About the employer

Novotel Sydney Darling Square is a contemporary Accor hotel located in the heart of Sydney, close to Darling Harbour, the International Convention Centre, restaurants, entertainment venues and public transport. The hotel provides accommodation, dining and event services for business and leisure travellers. It operates under the Novotel brand, which is part of Accor, a major international hospitality group with hotels and resorts across many countries. Novotel properties generally focus on comfortable, practical stays, welcoming service and consistent guest experiences. Employees work in a multicultural environment and may receive access to Accor training, career development opportunities and staff benefits, subject to local terms and conditions. The hotel’s central location offers hospitality professionals exposure to a high-volume city operation and a diverse range of guests.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, regional resorts and seasonal tourism destinations. Kitchen professionals can find work in hotels, restaurants, cafés, catering companies and event venues. Workplace culture is generally informal, team-oriented and focused on safety, punctuality and fair employment conditions. Sydney offers beaches, cultural attractions, excellent public transport and a busy urban lifestyle, although accommodation and living costs are high. Visa options may include Working Holiday visas, employer-sponsored visas and skilled pathways, depending on nationality, qualifications and eligibility. Before relocating, confirm visa conditions, work rights, health insurance, tax file requirements and housing costs. International workers should budget for rental deposits, transport and initial living expenses. Australia is geographically vast, so travel between major cities can be expensive, but domestic tourism and outdoor activities are popular.