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Executive Chef

Lead, inspire and elevate our culinary experience

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley is set across 8 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens, offering guests a unique blend of relaxation, events and premium dining.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations across outlets, conferences and events. This is your opportunity to drive creativity, lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee all kitchen operations including restaurant, banquets and stewarding 
• Lead, mentor and develop a large culinary team 
• Design and deliver innovative, high-quality menus across all outlets 
• Manage food costs, budgets, stock control and supplier relationships 
• Ensure all food safety, HACCP and WHS standards are met 
• Partner with key departments to deliver seamless events and guest experiences 
• Drive consistency, quality and presentation across all food offerings 

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef
• Experience in a hotel environment would be highly advantegous
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams 
• Solid financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and cost control 
• Passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences 
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed, including a competitive salary and benefits designed to support your best work life:

• Global hotel discounts across IHG Hotels & Resorts
• Career development and industry-leading training opportunities
• Complimentary duty meals and full uniform
• A supportive, inclusive and values-driven culture

At IHG, we live and breathe True Hospitality - being caring, confident, attentive and responsive in everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong, can grow, and make a meaningful difference.

Don’t quite meet every requirement but believe you’d be a great fit? We’d still love to hear from you. Hit Apply and start your journey with us today.