Talent Showcase – June week 5 – 2010
Welcome to our Talent Showcase.
It is a pleasure to be able to present you with some of today’s finest hospitality professionals. This edition features some of our latest candidates and we are proud to represent and bring them to your attention.
With a more challenging business climate it is all the more important to have the best people working for you.
Should you be interested in any of today’s candidates or you would like help with placing other positions from our extensive database please contact us via email or by phone.
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The Hospitalitybiz Team
#1240 General Manager
This talented Hotelier has more than has more than 14 years experience as a General Manager in 4.5 and 5 star hotels across 5 continents. His early background was in Food and Beverage in Australia, working his way through the ranks of well regarded hotel chains. As a GM he has managed both large and boutique upscale hotels – many with extensive F&B operations. This is a high calibre executive who has all the skills you would expect in a senior candidate. Currently overseas, he seeks an opportunity to return to Australia with his family.
Available: August
Position: General Manager 4 to 5 star – mid to large property
Preferred Location: Major Australian Cities
Contact: Tim Johns – tim@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1065 General Manager
This dynamic General Manager is a results driven individual who likes to lead his team
and always raises the bar of expectation. Having worked in various areas of the world, he has been able to adapt his management style to successfully drive his departments and produce results and promote high levels of professionalism amongst his team. He is now looking to secure a General Manager position within a reputable five star hotel where he will be able to combine his knowledge, passion and experience to achieve set objectives.
Available: Late July
Position: General Manager
Preferred Location: Major Australian Cities
Contact: Rory Cole-Bowen – rory@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1453 Food & Beverage Manager
This candidate has extensive Food and Beverage experience both overseas and nationally. Currently working in Sydney for an independent restaurant as Food and Beverage Manager this candidate is looking for his next challenge; preferably with a large hotel chain. He is open minded and will travel anywhere for the right position!
Available: Immediately
Position: Food & Beverage Manager, Banquets Manager, Restaurant Manager
Preferred Location: Australia and Overseas
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1241 Director of Engineering / Chief Engineer
This experienced and well regarding Engineer has many years experience in international hotels. He has worked with major deluxe chains both in Australia and overseas, and is now seeking an opportunity to return to Australia after a couple of years in the Middle East. He has strong technical skills and is good communicator, comfortable dealing with colleagues, consultants and clients alike.
Available: August
Position: Chief Engineer / Director of Engineering – 5 star property/regional role
Preferred Location: Australia – all major destinations
Contact: Tim Johns – tim@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1060 Director of Sales & Marketing
This candidate is a professional Hotelier and sales and marketing specialist who has vast experience working for many years with a luxury hotel group both in Australia and overseas. He is multi lingual and well acquainted with a large network of contacts around the globe. He has strong interpersonal skills and certainly knows how to drive property performance. With a keen eye for detail he also has the ability to keep the bigger picture in view. Having returned to Australia earlier this year he is now looking for a new and challenging opportunity where he can use his vast sales and marketing skills in a leading property.
Available: Immediately
Position: DOSM
Preferred Location: Major Australian Cities
Contact: Rory Cole-Bowen – rory@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1468 Restaurant Manager
This candidate is an experienced Food and Beverage professional who has worked overseas and within Australia. He is currently working in Northern Queensland, however he wants to work back on the mainland. This candidate is currently seeking a company who will provide excellent career opportunities and support him into the future. He requires sponsorship to remain working within Australia.
Available: Late July
Position: Restaurant Manager
Preferred Location: Queensland / Northern Territory
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1457 Food & Beverage Supervisor / Manager (Restaurant / Banquets)
An experienced Food and Beverage specialist with an extensive five star background; in both Banquets and Restaurant. Previous experience also includes senior supervisory in the casino field.
Available: Late July
Position: Food & Beverage Supervisor / Manager (Restaurant / Banquets)
Preferred Location: Brisbane / Gold Coast
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1466 Restaurant / Banquets Supervisor
This candidate is an experienced Food and Beverage professional with international and domestic experience. He is currently working for a well known hotel company. His goal is to assume a position with a well known five star hotel group so he can utilise the skills he has already gained but also advance in a company where career planning is mapped for staff.
Available: Late July
Position: Restaurant / Banquets Supervisor
Preferred Location: Brisbane
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1458 Banquets Supervisor
This candidate has excellent five star experience in Food and Beverage both overseas and within Australia. Currently he is seeking a more senior Food & Beverage position.
Available: Late July
Position: Banquets Supervisor
Preferred Location: Brisbane
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1063 Event Coordinator / Manager
This candidate has recently returned from two years in Dubai and a year in London where she consolidated her food and beverage knowledge by working in Event operations for a leading hotel group. She is an outgoing, enthusiastic and motivated person who strives for excellence in all that she does and works to the highest standards. Having returned to Melbourne she is now looking to take on a challenging role in the area of conference and events within a luxury operation where she can showcase the skills she has acquired over the last few years and expand her knowledge even further. A qualified trainer she is also keen to pass on her knowledge to others.
Available: Immediately
Position: Event Coordinator / Manager
Preferred Location: Melbourne
Contact: Rory Cole-Bowen – rory@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1460 Conference Coordinator
This candidate is currently in a temporary position outside of the Hospitality industry. However she is seeking employment in conferencing in particular. She has an extensive hotel background with a number of predominant hotel groups.
Available: Immediately
Position: Conference Coordinator
Preferred Location: Brisbane / Gold Coast
Contact: Kerry Green – kerry@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1130 Team Leader / Barista
This candidate has recently moved to Perth and is very keen to find full time employment. She is a fully trained Barista and is very passionate about making quality coffees. She has very sound food and beverage knowledge and has over 5 years experience in both restaurants and cafes. She is also very confident interacting with management, staff and clientele.
Available: Immediately
Position: Team Leader / Barista
Preferred Location: Perth
Contact: Denise Stacey – denise@hospitalitybiz.com.au
Culinary Professionals
#1543 Executive Chef
This Executive Chef has an excellent background in Resort and Upmarket venues. He has recently arrived in Perth and is looking for a new challenge. He has worked for Embassy as a Personal Chef, as well as award winning multi venue properties and 4 star hotels.
Available: Immediately
Position: Executive Chef
Preferred Location: Perth
Contact: Lyle Barker – lyle@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1068 Executive Chef – Banqueting
This very experienced and highly motivated Executive Chef has vast experience in high-profile 5 Star banqueting operations and has serviced large, top quality Banquet and Catering operations for more than 1000 covers per day. He works well under pressure and has strong organisational and leadership skills and is a passionate and innovative chef. Presently working for a busy catering operation he is now looking to take on a new challenge.
Available: July
Position: Executive Chef
Preferred Location: Melbourne
Contact: Rory Cole-Bowen – rory@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1540 Head Chef
This Head Chef has over 25 years experience, he currently resides in New South Wales but is willing to relocate for the right position. He specialises in both Asian and European cuisine and is not afraid of hard work. Has vast experience in menu design, food costing, wage costing, ordering, stock control, rostering, staff hiring and assessment.
Available: Immediately
Position: Head Chef
Preferred Location: Australia wide
Contact: Lyle Barker – lyle@hospitalitybiz.com.au
#1541 Sous Chef / Head Chef
This chef has over 12 years experience, he has recently arrived in Perth and is available to start work straight away. He has predominantly worked in fine dining establishments and has the ability to produce high quality food from a diverse range of styles. He has also been exposed to catering for large functions, such as weddings for 100 to 250 people and some larger fundraising dinners for up to 3000 people. He possesses good leadership qualities and is well versed in menu planning, food costing and training.
Available: Immediately
Position: Sous Chef / Head Chef
Preferred Location: Perth
Contact: Lyle Barker – lyle@hospitalitybiz.com.au
# 1542 Sous Chef / Head Chef
This chef is looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to expand his knowledge of the industry. Having worked in hotels, pubs and café environments and with vast exposure in a la carte, banquets and buffets this candidate brings with him 15 years of hospitality experience. With a proven track record in supervision, he brings to the table menu planning, costing, rostering, budgeting, purchasing and training experience.
Available: Late July
Position: Sous Chef / Head Chef
Preferred Location: Perth
Contact: Lyle Barker – lyle@hospitalitybiz.com.au
