Stuart Blair

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Executive Chef and Beverage Manager @ Novotel Newcastle Beach
New South Wales, Australia
Stuart Blair's Location
Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia, Australia
About Stuart Blair

Stuart Blair is a Executive Chef and Beverage Manager at Novotel Newcastle Beach. He possess expertise in padi divemaster, automotive repair, underwater photography, underwater video, small boat operations and 6 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "To further your own knowledge of management methods and principles to ensure future advancement and further upgrading in management standards" and "A great personality. Friendly, understanding and very supportive leader. Highly motivated and reliable. He is an excellent Exceutive chef. It was a pleasure to have worked with him for 2 years. He is a person always available and willing to extend a helping hand any where needed. Thanks Chef for being an outstanding member of our management in Moofushi and assisting me always."

Stuart Blair's Current Company Details
Novotel Newcastle Beach

Novotel Newcastle Beach

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Executive Chef and Beverage Manager
New South Wales, Australia
Employees:
19
Stuart Blair Work Experience Details
  • Novotel Newcastle Beach
    Executive Chef And Beverage Manager
    Novotel Newcastle Beach
    New South Wales, Australia
  • Novotel Newcastle Beach
    Executive Chef & Beverage Manager
    Novotel Newcastle Beach Apr 2022 - Present
    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
    Responsible for all kitchen and dining operations including menu planning, concepts of menus with food and beverage, menu promotion and special event. Create manning guides and SOP for kitchens. Create training guides and train kitchen and restaurant staff.
  • Doylo Lifestyle Group
    Group Executive Chef
    Doylo Lifestyle Group Apr 2021 - Apr 2022
    Australia
  • Pullman Mandalay Mingalar
    Executive Chef
    Pullman Mandalay Mingalar Oct 2017 - Jul 2020
    Myanmar
    Opening of Pullman Mandalay Mingular, Myanmar
  • Accor
    Executive Chef
    Accor Oct 2017 - 2020
    Australia
  • Pullman Luang Prabang
    Executive Chef
    Pullman Luang Prabang Mar 2017 - Sep 2017
    Luang Prabang, Lao
    Opening team for the Pullman Luang Prabang, Lao
  • Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
    Executive Chef
    Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa Feb 2015 - Mar 2017
    Denarau Island. Fiji
    Choose a restaurant to suit your mood from among a collection of casual and elegant dining experiences including Salt - awarded the Best Restaurant in Fiji. Sofitel's chefs delight patron's palates with the most exquisite restaurants in Nadi.Boasting Fijis largest fully integrated conference venue the Sofitel is the island nations premier event facility. From intimate incentives to world-class conferences Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa hosts the counties most magnificent events.Venues include Fijis largest ballroom seating up to 640 banquet style or 800 cocktail style 8 technically advanced meeting rooms and extensive options for outdoor and private venues on the beach a poolside terrace a stately lawn or a Fijian bure. Sofitels Inspired Meetings team add imagination and passion to each event with a variety of creative themes. Host a torch lit beach party a Bollywood style Indo Fijian banquet or a traditional Fijian lovo barbecue and kava drinking ceremony.
  • Crimson Resort & Spa
    Executive Chef
    Crimson Resort & Spa Oct 2012 - Oct 2014
    Cebu, Philippines
    Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan is recognized as Continent Winner (Asia) for Luxury Beach Resort during the recently concluded World Hotel Luxury Awards held in Phuket, Thailand.Both Saffron and Tempo Restaurants voted in the Top 100 Restaurants in the Philippines Tatler 2013.Placed in the Top Eight Hotel Spas in the World by Agoda.Conde Nast Johansens recommended
  • Constance Moofushi Resort
    Executive Chef
    Constance Moofushi Resort Sep 2010 - Sep 2012
    Maldives
    Constance Moofushi in the Maldives is one of the jewels in our crown – a heady mix of pure luxury and simplicity, it offers the ultimate indulgent Crusoe chic.Impossibly elegant, with 110 land and water villas in an intimate location of pure lagoons, sandbanks and woodlands, this barefoot idyll offers a rare experience for its visitors.Reassuringly luxurious, Constance Moofushi is on the South Ari Atoll, a paradise regarded as one of the best diving spots in the world. The resort is perfect for lovers of fine dining, divers and those seeking luxury beachfront relaxation.Our ‘Cristal’ package is a refreshing take on the ‘all inclusive’, offering sparkling wine, mouth-wateringly exquisite cuisine, plush accommodation and of course the first class service synonymous to the Constance Hotels Experience.Moofushi Resort opened in November 2010 and has already become a favorite location with our customers – and we think you’ll love it too.Experience the luxury and simplicity of Moofushi, your jewel island.
  • The Bodyholiday@ Lesport
    Executive Chef
    The Bodyholiday@ Lesport Sep 2009 - Sep 2010
    Saint Lucia
  • Vatulele Island Resort Managed By Six Senses
    Executive Chef
    Vatulele Island Resort Managed By Six Senses Jul 2008 - Aug 2009
    Fiji
  • Asia Extreme Group Of Companys
    Executive Chef
    Asia Extreme Group Of Companys Sep 2007 - Jul 2008
    Sabah, Malaysia
    Asia Extreme is a Management Company that controls 2 restaurants.@mosphere Modern dining in Kota Kinabalu, BorneoThe English Tea House restaurant - Sandakan, BorneoAnd, 1Resort (pre-opening) Kudat Rivera, www.kudatriviera.com luxury retreat, BorneoResponsible for all kitchen operations including menu planning and creation, concepts of menus withfood and beverage manager, menu promotion and special event. Create manning guides and SOPfor kitchens. Create training guides and train kitchen staff members and restaurant for special events.Organizing and supervising outside catering at remote location for 300 pax+ as well as charity functionsand normal operational practice.
  • Fregate Island Private
    Executive Chef
    Fregate Island Private Aug 2006 - Aug 2007
    Seychelles
    Fregate Island - Private Island is ranked in THE TOP 5 RESORTS of the WORLD judgedby FORBES MAGAZINE.Responsible for all menu creation, menu concepts, training of staff and guests relations for specialevents and tailored made dinners. At current, I import goods from South Africa, Dubai and Singaporewith quality and freshness as the main key to the operation, so organization and good supplier contactis a must. Performed all Executive Chef duties plus ongoing coordination with fishermen to secure localseafood of the best quality. There are 2 main restaurants and staff restaurant which serves 120 pax forbreakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Alila Hotels
    Executive Chef
    Alila Hotels Sep 2003 - Sep 2006
    Bali Province, Indonesia
    Responsible for entire Food and Beverage operation for all functions. Supervise all food and beverageoutlets with combined staff of 45. Creation of all menus, menu concepts, menu promotion and specialevents. Establish policies and procedures for safety and hygiene. Ensure quality control, consistency ofstandards and authenticity of product while ensuring the production is within the budget allowance ofthe company. Develop effective training plans for all food and beverage staff. Establish and maintaincommunication with PR/ Media for maximum food and beverage exposure, implementation ofHACCP, implementation of cooking school for hotel guests.
  • The One
    Executive Consultant Chef
    The One Apr 2003 - Sep 2003
    Greater Jakarta Area, Indonesia
    Designing kitchen, menu creation, interviewing and hiring all food and beverage staff, purchasing of allfood and beverage equipment, all food and beverage training, food and beverage costings, guestrelations.
  • Decko Management
    Executive Chef
    Decko Management Oct 2001 - Mar 2003
    Bali Province, Indonesia
    Dekco Management managed 2 Restaurants:Ary’s Warung is considered Bali’s Best Restaurant offering Asian Fusion cuisine with 2 main dining roomand lounge bar downstairs were different menus were offered in both locations. Kedai Restaurant is afine dining seafood restaurant located in east Bali, offering the very best local seafood with local herbsand spices.Duties IncludedMenu creation, hiring and supervising a staff of 40, all training, food/ menu cost analysis and pricingand food quality control for two of Bali's finest /upscale restaurants. Design and supervise newconstruction of kitchen and purchasing of new equipment.
  • Yasawa Island Resort
    Executive Chef
    Yasawa Island Resort Mar 2001 - Oct 2001
    Fiji
    Created daily menus for lunch and dinner for the exclusive island resort. Performed all Executive Chefduties plus ongoing coordination with local village head and fishermen to secure local seafood.Required an extensive degree of organizational skill because only seafood was available on the island.All other meat and produce had to be privately flown in on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Sydney Paralympic Games
    Head Chef - Vip Catering
    Sydney Paralympic Games Sep 2000 - Feb 2001
    Sydney
    Created and supervised all daily menus for this prestigious organization. Supervised the kitchen, orderedall stock and supervised a staff of 12.Also, responsible for Senior Executive meals as well as all banquets and private parties.
  • Bar Luca
    Executive Chef
    Bar Luca Sep 1998 - Aug 2000
    Sydney, Australia
    Oversaw the kitchen, including supervision and training of three apprentice chefs. Additionally, the jobrequired high visibility in the dining room because of the high-end customer base of barristers,politicians and corporate executives.
  • Indies Trader - Motor Vessel
    Head Chef
    Indies Trader - Motor Vessel Jun 1998 - Sep 1998
    Indonesian Archipelago
    All galley responsibilities on this Small Exclusive Charter Boat, including provisioning, menu creation andcooking. Second in command to the Ship’s Captain.
  • Pier Seafood Restaurant
    Senior Chef De Partie
    Pier Seafood Restaurant Sep 1997 - May 1998
    Rose Bay - Sydney
    Cooked and supervised food quality control, and expedited all kitchen orders to ensure perfectcoordination of food delivery.
  • Bar Luca
    Relieving Head Chef
    Bar Luca Jun 1997 - Aug 1997
    Sydney, Australia
    Relieved Head Chef during his three-month holiday
  • Bouillon Eatery
    Demi Chef
    Bouillon Eatery May 1995 - May 1997
    Sydney, Australia
    Third in charge of all kitchen productions, with the majority of time spent cooking.Apprentice Chef, 3rd and 4th year
  • Hotel Nikko - Darling Harbour
    Apprentice
    Hotel Nikko - Darling Harbour Dec 1993 - Mar 1995
    Sydney, Australia
    Apprentice Chef, 1st and 2nd year

Stuart Blair Skills

Padi Divemaster Automotive Repair Underwater Photography Underwater Video Small Boat Operations Restaurant Management New Restaurant Openings Resorts Inclusive Resorts Menu Development Staff Development

Stuart Blair Education Details

  • The Scots College
    The Scots College
    Pass

Frequently Asked Questions about Stuart Blair

What company does Stuart Blair work for?

Stuart Blair works for Novotel Newcastle Beach

What is Stuart Blair's role at the current company?

Stuart Blair's current role is Executive Chef and Beverage Manager.

What schools did Stuart Blair attend?

Stuart Blair attended The Scots College.

What skills is Stuart Blair known for?

Stuart Blair has skills like Padi Divemaster, Automotive Repair, Underwater Photography, Underwater Video, Small Boat Operations, Restaurant Management, New Restaurant Openings, Resorts, Inclusive Resorts, Menu Development, Staff Development.

Who are Stuart Blair's colleagues?

Stuart Blair's colleagues are Sonny Y., Brett Skinner, Indiana Vitnell, Lily Li, Reanne Findlay, Sarah Mayers, Anya Anissimova.

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