Commis Chef

Colonial Group; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in New South Wales is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will learn from our experienced senior chefs, demonstrate a love for food, and contribute to delivering dishes that impress guests.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, support dish preparation and presentation, and receive ongoing guidance while developing your skills through hands-on training.

Qualifications

• Recognised culinary training and employment experience.
• Commercial cookery certification and Safe Food Handling certificate.
• Ambition, raw talent and passion for food.
• Open to feedback and willingness to experiment in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring food presented to guests meets quality and presentation standards.
• Adhere to health, safety and HACCP regulations.
• Assist in preparation, accuracy and efficiency of menu items.
• Receive guidance from senior chefs and learn on the job.
• Support a range of kitchen tasks from dishwashing to cooking.

Skills

Culinary training

Safe food handling

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible shifts

Education

Commercial cookery certification

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