Job Description Stir Up Success as Our Next Executive Chef at Novotel Ibis Melbourne Central! Take 1kg of leadership, a generous drizzle of creativity, and a whole lot of flavour – mix well and serve up your next big opportunity! Novotel Ibis Melbourne Central is cranking up the heat in the kitchen, and we need an Executive Chef who’s got the perfect blend of flavour, fire, and finesse to take the reins at Pretty Boy Restaurant & Bar and our Conference & Events spaces. If you’ve got the chops to lead a team, craft unforgettable menus, and keep service running like a well-oiled pasta machine, then step up to the plate - we're hungry for talent! WHAT YOU’LL BE COOKING UP: 500g of leadership – Take charge, inspire your crew, and serve up success every day. A bold sprinkle of creativity – Whip up menus that excite, surprise, and keep guests coming back for more. 100% precision in kitchen operations – Nail food costs, stock control, and team efficiency like a true master chef. A full plate of event finesse – Deliver top-tier culinary experiences for everything from intimate dinners to bustling banquets. A heaped spoonful of food safety & compliance – Lead the charge in HACCP and food safety standards, ensuring every ingredient, process, and plate meets the highest level of safety and quality.