Head Chef

"Hospitality is a work of Heart" at Novotel Devonport.

We're looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the culinary direction of our hotel and its signature restaurant, Mr Good Guy.

Set on Tasmania's beautiful north-west coast, this is an opportunity to join one of the world's leading hospitality groups and work within a premium internationally branded hotel. From breakfast service and events to the bold South East Asian flavours and vibrant energy of our signature restaurant, Mr Good Guy, you'll have the opportunity to influence every aspect of the guest dining experience.

If you're a leader who thrives on developing people, creating memorable food experiences, and bringing fresh ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you.

Lead with passion. Create with purpose. Make your mark at Novotel Devonport.

Join us, and become a Heartist®

• Lead, inspire, and energise a passionate kitchen team to deliver unforgettable dining experiences
• Create exciting, modern Asian-inspired dishes that keep guests coming back for more
• Bring fresh ideas to the table and stay ahead of food trends
• Be the face of the kitchen – connect with guests and bring the Mr Good Guy vibe to life
• Run a tight (but fun!) operation: manage costs, rosters, stock, and performance
• Build a strong, positive team culture where people love coming to work
• Mentor and grow your team into future hospitality/culinary stars
• Maintain compliance with food safety and WHS standards
• Collaborate with the F&B and hotel leadership teams to align the Mr Good Guy dining experience with the overall hotel goals and promotions to deliver memorable guest experiences

• A creative culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Proven experience (minimum of 3 years) as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, ideally in a hotel environment
• Passionate about food, people, and creating memorable guest experiences
• A natural motivator who bin rings out the best in their team
• Confident managing kitchen operations, budgets, and compliance
• Strong financial acumen, including cost control and menu engineering
• Always curious, always evolving, always hungry for what’s next
• Flexible and ready to embrace the rhythm of hospitality (including mornings, evenings and weekends)

Why join us?

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to grow, connect and be part of something global. 

At Novotel, you don’t just join a hotel – you become a Heartist®, someone who brings heart to everything they do.

We offer:

• Accor ALL Heartist® benefits – Enjoy global discounts on accommodation and dining
• Family & Friends perks – Share great experiences with those who matter most
• Accor Live Limitless loyalty program – Earn rewards and status worldwide
• Learn Your Way – Access industry-leading training and development to grow your career

Important to know

• You must have full working rights in Australia to be considered for this role
• Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship