Demi Chef | Part Time | Crowne Plaza Melbourne

About us

Crowne Plaza Melbourne is the perfect destination for your next staycation, family holiday, or romantic escape. At Crowne Plaza Melbourne, you can find big city adventure combined with some well-deserved time to relax. Experience the vibrancy and electric culture for which Melbourne is renowned with central accommodation near Melbourne CBD. Crowne Plaza Melbourne is ideally located on the Yarra River, only steps away from the restaurants and bars of the South Wharf precinct, CBD shopping, and South Melbourne with its popular cafés and markets.

What’s the job? 

We are currently seeking Casual and Part-Time Demi Chefs to join our team at Crowne Plaza Melbourne.
Reporting to the Sous Chef or Section Chef, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in line with IHG policies, procedures, and Crowne Plaza Melbourne standards. You will take ownership of your designated kitchen section, ensuring every dish is delivered with excellence in both quality and presentation. 

Depending on business needs, you may work in one of our outlets, including Ottie’s Restaurant or the Banquet Kitchen.

Your day to day

• Prepare and present a variety of hot and cold dishes including meats, seafood, pastries, desserts, and sauces, with a strong focus on quality, garnishing, and presentation.
• Support daily kitchen operations by guiding junior staff, maintaining a clean and safe workstation, and ensuring readiness for service with all ingredients and equipment prepared in advance.
• Uphold hotel standards by following health, safety, hygiene, and grooming regulations, participating in team briefings and training, and fostering positive relationships with guests and colleagues.

What we need from you

• A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• Proven ability to interact professionally with guests, colleagues, and third parties, reflecting positively on the hotel, brand, and company.
• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, and team leadership abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A polished, professional appearance – wear your uniform with pride.
• A positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and willingness to contribute to a supportive kitchen team.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.