Commis Chef

Veriu Group | Veriu Hotels & Suites | Punthill Apartment Hotels; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriu Group is seeking a Level 3 Commis Chef to support the kitchen team in preparing and serving high-quality breakfast and lunch in a fast-paced café seven days a week. Working under the Head Chef or Sous Chef, the role requires a strong commitment to food quality, customer service, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

You will ensure food safety, assist with stock control, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver efficient service while adapting to a flexible roster, including

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe work practices
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, punctual and committed to delivering consistent, high-quality food

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to established recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning and plating during busy service periods.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and comply with all food safety and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Receive, rotate and store stock correctly, ensuring minimal waste.
• Keep workstations, kitchen equipment and food preparation areas clean and organised.
• Support stock control and notify senior chefs of ordering requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient service.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and contribute to continuous improvement of kitchen operations.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures as required.
• Be available to work a flexible roster, including weekends and public holidays
• Must be available Mondays and Tuesdays

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Reliable and punctual

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Introduction

We are Veriu Group (pronounced 'Very You').

Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a location. We aim to bring people together in new ways, to create lifelong travel memories that can’t be found in a guidebook, and to help people discover the true experience of a place.

Through our brands Punthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites, we operate 25 hotels across Australia and have over 35 years of brand history. Our ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country, and this means we’re well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.

Our people are incredible because they're empowered to be themselves. We're not about hierarchy or rigid structure. Instead, we create an environment where people can make decisions, feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth. Our values of Relationship-Focused, Integrity, Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions, and are what our diverse culture is all about.

Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion journey. If you’re looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact, within a culture that allows you to be truly you - you’ve found us and we can’t wait to hear from you!

To learn more about us, visit our website! https://veriu.com.au/about-us/ or https://punthill.com.au/about-us/

Description

The Level 3 Commis Chef is responsible for supporting the kitchen team in the preparation and service of high-quality breakfast and lunch meals in a fast-paced café operating seven days a week. Working under the direction of the Head Chef or Sous Chef, the role requires a strong commitment to food quality, customer service, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to established recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and plating during busy service periods.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and comply with all food safety and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Receive, rotate, and store stock correctly, ensuring minimal waste.
• Keep workstations, kitchen equipment, and food preparation areas clean and organised.
• Support stock control and notify senior chefs of ordering requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient service.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and contribute to continuous improvement of kitchen operations.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures as required.
• Be available to work a flexible roster, including weekends and public holidays
• Must be available Mondays and Tuesdays ***

Skills and Experience

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering consistent, high-quality food.