Junior Sous Chef

Company Description

Located in the heart of Perth’s CBD, Mercure Perth is a vibrant hotel offering 239 guest rooms, a restaurant, café, bar, rooftop pool, gym, and modern conference facilities for up to 350 guests. Whether it’s business or leisure, our team prides itself on delivering warm, personalised service.

Job Description

Mercure Perth is seeking a motivated and skilled Junior Sous Chef to support our Food & Beverage and Kitchen operations. You will manage daily food preparation, production, and menu implementation to deliver innovative, safe, and high-quality cuisine that meets guest expectations and budget guidelines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Hands-on management of restaurant, room service, and conference food operations.
• Collaborate with service teams to ensure consistent quality and service for guests.
• Maintain food standards, preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques to meet Brand Standard guidelines.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in line with Health & Safety and HACCP requirements.
• Foster a positive work environment, supporting team development and training.
• Coordinate with Restaurant/Bar Managers and Conference Sales teams to meet operational objectives.
• Manage food costs within budget, inventory control, and purchasing coordination.
• Represent Accor professionally to guests, suppliers, and partners.

Guest Relations & Culture:

• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service.
• Support and empower team members, promoting inclusion and respect.
• Uphold Accor’s Heartist values and contribute to a positive team culture.

Workplace Health & Safety (WHS):

• Follow safe work practices and participate in risk assessments.
• Maintain hygiene standards and report hazards promptly.
• Support sustainability initiatives, including Accor’s Planet 21 program.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in cookery.
• Previous experience in the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety requirements.
• Service-oriented with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural team.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and adaptable to change.
• Commitment to Accor values and Heartist culture.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide.
• Access to learning and development programs through Accor Academies.
• Career advancement opportunities within Mercure Perth and globally across Accor’s extensive network.
• Opportunity to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.

Join us at Mercure and ibis Perth, where your passion for sales and events will thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey with Accor!