Executive Sous Chef

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart is ideally positioned just moments from Hobart’s vibrant waterfront, as well as the city’s finest restaurants and cultural attractions. Blending Modern Contemporary, Art Deco, and Heritage architecture, the hotel offers a truly distinctive and immersive guest experience. With 152 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites, The Tasman delivers refined comfort alongside exceptional design and craftsmanship.

Guests can enjoy three signature food and beverage venues:

• Peppina – the flagship restaurant celebrating bold, Italian-inspired cuisine
• Deco – an elegant lounge bar perfect for relaxed gatherings
• Mary Mary – a moody, intimate cocktail bar with a distinctive atmosphere

Further enhancing the offering, Lumina, our new events space, is set to open in August—bringing a sophisticated venue for meetings, celebrations, and bespoke events.

The Opportunity

Are you a passionate and experienced Executive Sous Chef ready for your next exciting challenge? We are seeking a dedicated and driven professional to join and assist leading our dynamic culinary team

As Executive Sous Chef, you will showcase your culinary expertise through hands-on leadership, guiding the kitchen team while supporting the overall management of all food-related operations. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing both guest and team experiences, ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and creativity, while contributing to strong financial performance across the kitchen.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the oversight of all kitchen operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality culinary offerings
• Establish and uphold culinary standards to drive excellence across all areas of the kitchen
• Maintain exceptional food quality and service standards, contributing to an elevated guest experience
• Mentor, coach, and develop the kitchen team, fostering a positive and high-performing environment
• Oversee food preparation across all outlets, including banquets, in-room dining, Mary Mary Bar, and Deco Lounge
• Collaborate with and support stewarding and purchasing functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations 

Profile

• Previous experience as a Executive Sous Chef and a Chef trade qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate a team, leading by example.
• Strong relationships with producers, ensuring quality sourced produce.
• Impeccable attention to detail in all aspects of your work.
• Willingness to take initiative and make sound business decisions.
• A genuine passion for cooking and a strong customer service focus.
• Current knowledge of culinary trends and industry best practices with a growth mindset.
• Determination and reliability, with availability to work late nights and weekends as required.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle 

• Join a supportive, progressive, and highly experienced team 
• Be part of something truly unique within The Tasman experience 
• Access generous benefits and discounts for yourself, family, and friends across over 9000+ Marriott properties worldwide 
• Extensive career development, learning, and growth opportunities 
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives designed to support you personally and professionally 
• Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to world-class events and experiences across Tasmania

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.