Commis Chef

Colonial Group; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Australia is seeking a enthusiastic Commis Chef to learn from senior chefs, bring love for food, and contribute to dishes that leave a lasting impression.

You will train under experienced chefs, follow HACCP and health standards, and perform a range of kitchen tasks from prep to dishwashing, with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Recognised culinary training with relevant employment experience.
• Commercial cookery certification; safety certificates preferred.
• Ambition, talent and a passion for food.
• Willingness to take feedback and try new ideas.
• Thriving in a fast-paced team environment.
• Clear, articulate communication.
• Flexible availability for varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dishes meet standards and are served within timeframes with high quality.
• Adhere to health, safety and compliance regulations, including HACCP.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in food prep.
• Receive ongoing training and guidance from senior chefs.
• Handle kitchen tasks from dishwashing to crafting dishes.

Skills

Culinary training

Commercial cookery certification

Food safety certification

Ambition and passion for food

Feedback-oriented

Team player

Clear communication

Flexible availability

Education

Recognised culinary training

Commercial cookery certification

Food safety certificate / Food Safety Supervisor

Job description

Purpose

As our Commis Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our team, learning from our experienced senior chefs, showcasing your unwavering love for food, creative spark, and strong teamwork abilities collaborating to create dishes that leave a lasting impression.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensuring that food presented to guests aligns with property standards and is served within designated timeframes, whilst maintaining high quality and presentation
• Stay diligent in adhering to local regulations related to health, safety, and compliance, with a solid grasp of HACCP management
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in preparing food items
• Receive ongoing training and guidance from senior chefs
• Handle a range of kitchen tasks, from dishwashing to crafting delectable dishes

Skills & Experience

• The possession of recognised culinary training and employment experience
• A commercial cookery certification and preferably, you will have obtained safe food handling certificate or food safety supervisor
• Someone who has ambition, raw talent, and a passion for food

• Being open to feedback and willing to experiment with new ideas is a big plus
• Thriving in a fast-paced team environment is key
• The ability to communicate in a clear and articulate manner
• Flexible availability to accommodate various shifts, including mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required