Chef de Cuisine, Marvel Stadium

Delaware North Australia have an exciting opportunity for a full time Chef de Cuisine to lead our culinary team at Marvel Stadium, one of Melbourne's most iconic sports & entertainment venues.

We are looking for a dynamic Chef de Cuisine with a passion for innovation, leadership, and culinary excellence. As a key player in our team, you will bring proven expertise in high-end, high-volume operations, delivering exceptional premium functions and dining experiences. With strong commercial acumen and a talent for mentoring and developing a diverse culinary team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional culinary offerings at Marvel Stadium.

• Opportunities to gain experience and develop your skills at some of Melbourne’s most exciting events
• Join a global company, Delaware North offers career pathways to resorts, airports, and stadiums across Australia and internationally.
• We’re a team that cares. With a focus on collaboration and support, we bring out the best in each other.

• Oversee all aspects of culinary operations, with a strong focus on premium functions and high-quality food production.
• Lead the execution of event-day and non-event-day catering across a diverse range of cuisines.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team through strong leadership and hands-on training.
• Establish, implement, and continuously review high food service standards, ensuring efficient systems and processes are in place.
• Support budget management and food cost control while effectively utilizing IT systems.
• Manage performance, staffing, and labor costs for both permanent and casual kitchen staff.
• Champion food safety, ensuring HACCP accreditation and compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with other F&B departments to deliver exceptional dining experiences for all guests.

• A proven track record in managing large-scale or high-end kitchen operations, with a strong focus on delivering functions and production, venue and event experience highly regarded.
• Strong leadership skills with a history of developing, mentoring, and motivating large, diverse kitchen teams.
• Experience in menu development, stock control, and cost management.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen with a focus on delivering strong business outcomes.
• Relevant culinary qualifications.
• Proficiency in business technology, including stock control systems, spreadsheets, and accounting software.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.

Marvel Stadium is one of Melbourne's top destinations for sports and entertainment, with an impressive capacity of 53,000. Serving as a regular host for Australian Football League teams, A-League matches, cricket tournaments, popular concerts, and various special events, Marvel Stadium buzzes with excitement all year long.