Description The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre - Chef de Cuisine The Role The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is Western Australia's premier event destination which is home to Perth’s top gala dinners and events, large scale conferences to small boardroom meetings, corporate events, exciting exhibitions, and theatres performances. With this diversity, we are looking for a very passionate, creative Chef De Cuisine with the ability to focus on multiple events simultaneously and ensure the culinary delivery is of the highest possible standard. This exciting opportunity will see the correct candidate work amongst a passionate culinary team where a large focus will be on development and further progression. A great attitude is required along with a creative flair. To be the correct candidate for the Venue, you will need to share the vision and direction of the PCEC. Through your leadership ability to strive for perfection and continual improvement of the culture and product, you will need to achieve the following key result areas: Key result areas include: Culinary excellence - a passion for food and knowledge of current food trends Creative and well costed menus Team development Financial accountability Food safety management Customer service experience Key attributes of the successful applicant include: Trade Qualifications Previous experience in a senior chef role in high volume catering To be able to creatively develop new menus, whilst maintaining profitable food and labour costs Demonstrated experience gained in 5 star hotels or high-end restaurants Knowledge of menu planning, ordering and portion control A sound understanding and practice of food safety Understanding of OHS procedures Experience in staff management and training - confidence and leadership that is inspiring Excellent written and verbal communication skills What you get in return This is a great opportunity to work in one of Western Australia’s most iconic venues Opportunities to develop and further progress in one of Australia’s largest facility management companies Competitive salary and a fantastic work environment If you are passionate about food, have had previous experience in a similar role and would like to be part of an exciting team, apply now! A little bit about us… PCEC, a member of the Downer Group. The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is Western Australia’s premier event destination which is home to some of Perth’s most exclusive gala dinners and events, large scale conferences to small boardroom meetings, corporate events, exciting exhibitions, weddings and theatre performances. Through the innovative fusion of space, catering, technology and design, PCEC provides an unequalled range of meeting possibilities optimally suited to promoting positive interactions between business, industry and community. With an estimated 900,000 people attending one (or more) of the 600 plus events conducted at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre each year, it’s no surprise PCEC is Perth’s premier business event destination. If you are looking to make a positive career move, PCEC is an excellent choice for you. PCEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians to apply.
