Head Chef

Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected and balanced. Our associates deliver service that comes from the heart as our passion is to help guests follow theirs. Find Your World at Courtyard by Marriott as a Head Chef. 

• Oversee all operations of the kitchen in collaboration with the hotel’s executive leadership team 

• Provide strategic support as the head chef of the kitchen department 

• Responsible for the establishment of all restaurant, banquet and conferencing menus 

• Lead the culinary team regarding all aspects of food production, set ups & timings for daily events 

• Be a passionate, forward and inviting leader and lead the kitchen team through coaching and feedback  

• Ensure there is management support and presence visible in each outlet throughout each service period 

• Provide quality of service and exceed our experienced travelers' expectations 

• Ensure compliance to Work, Health and Safety, Hygiene and HACCP standards 

• Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external. 

• Ensure you and the team uphold all company policies and procedures whilst upholding Courtyard by Marriott’s core values 

• Support with admin-related tasks including; budgets, costing and manning, rostering and payroll approvals

• Effectively people manage the kitchen team

• 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