Casual Demi Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Staycation & Discounts

Novotel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

The opportunity to Work Your WayAcross

Location in Darling Harbour precinct

Annual Staycation experience

Exclusive global discounts on stays, F

Job summary

Novotel & ibis Sydney on Darling Harbour in Sydney is seeking a Casual Demi Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, follow established recipes, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced, professional setting.

You will maintain mise en place, assist with plating, and collaborate with the kitchen to support service. The role offers casual hours, opportunities to develop culinary skills, and a chance to work within Accor’s flagship hotel complexes by

Qualifications

• Proven culinary training or equivalent practical kitchen experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Proficiency in knife skills and fundamental cooking techniques.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations and workflow.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Strong people skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Physical stamina for a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility for casual working arrangements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality food preparation.
• Desirable: Food handling certification or equivalent qualification.
• Desirable: Experience in A la carte dining, hotel operations or banquets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and culinary standards under the guidance of the head chef.
• Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene and food safety protocols at all times.
• Organise and manage mise en place to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Assist with food presentation and plating to meet organisational standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to support service delivery.
• Manage inventory awareness and contribute to stock control procedures.
• Maintain and care for kitchen equipment and workspace cleanliness.
• Support menu development initiatives and contribute creative culinary ideas.
• Adapt to changing priorities and work efficiently during peak service periods.
• Comply with all health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Skills

People skills

Organisation

Time management

Team collaboration

Food safety basics

Attention to detail

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Culinary training or equivalent experience

Food handling certification

Job description

Novotel & ibis Sydney on Darling Harbour in Sydney is seeking a Casual Demi Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, follow established recipes, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced, professional setting.

You will maintain mise en place, assist with plating, and collaborate with the kitchen to support service. The role offers casual hours, opportunities to develop culinary skills, and a chance to work within Accor’s flagship hotel complexes by