Sous Chef - Flynns Italian - Full Time

Crystalbrook Flynn is a social butterfly - the natural life of the party. Just steps from the Esplanade boardwalk it is at the centre of the action. Crystalbrook Flynn features 311 stylish rooms and suites and three of the hottest restaurants and bars in town! Add to this two glass swimming pools, conference and event spaces, Eleme Day Spa and a 24-hour fitness centre, it is an inspiring and invigorating Hotel full of energy and innovation.

THE ROLE:

Bringing a little bit of Italy to the tropics, Flynn’s Italian is Crystalbrook Collection’s signature Italian restaurant in Cairns. Reporting to our Executive Chef, you will work with a motivated team who are dedicated to providing the highest quality food experience that celebrates the best of Italian cuisine.  

Your responsibilities would include:

• Pioneer the guest satisfaction at Flynn's Italian by delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation and a penchant for pushing culinary boundaries.
• Provide hands-on leadership during all service periods and shifts.
• Collaborate closely with the F&B Service leadership team.
• Ensure rigorous departmental training aligns with our high standards.
• Foster seamless communication and coordination with all hotel departments.
• Oversee workplace health and safety procedures.
• Contribute to the creation of seasonal menus, promotional offerings, and event packages.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to manage budget expectations through insightful analysis, forecasting, and controls.
• Support efficient procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all culinary delights.
• Champion the hotel's food safety program to meet and exceed regulatory requirements.
• Cultivate an engaged team environment with an outstanding local reputation, attracting and retaining top culinary talent.

ABOUT YOU:

To be successful in this position, we are seeking individuals who demonstrate: 

• Minimum Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery
• Culinary expertise in Italian cuisine 
• Proven leader who will drive the kitchen team and work with the floor team to produce and deliver award winning cuisine
• Experience in the control of food and labour costs
• Well-developed communication and time management skills
• A strong visionary with an ambitious expectation of guest service
• The relevant Visa Status to work long term in Australia

THE BENEFITS:

You will work with exceptional people in a supportive, diverse and passionate environment and this is a vital position within our team at Crystalbrook Collection. You will enjoy a flexible range of benefits that include: 

• A market leading 50% F&B discount across all Venues 
• $99 Room rates and a generous friends and family discount 
• Lifestyle benefits including extra leave and earth advocacy days 
• Green future - we are committed to enhanced sustainability practices   
• Dedicated Internal Mobility Programme and reward scheme  
• Online learning, career enhancement and development plans 
• Personalised employee support network  
• Regular service recognition and team events 

Crystalbrook Collection is an award-winning hotel development and management company, proudly showcasing Australia's newest portfolio of distinctive upscale hotels, restaurants and bars where differences are applauded.  In just six years, we own and manage luxury hotel assets worth over AU$1 billion across NSW and QLD. Our growth trajectory continues with exciting plans for new hotels in Adelaide and Canberra, along with ambitions for further expansion both in Australia and Internationally.  

Our environment is dynamic and entrepreneurial, we are focused on crafting exceptional customer experiences that reflect the individuality of people within each of our locations.    We are passionate advocates for equality and diversity and welcome individuals to apply through the link provided - we look forward to hearing from you!