Commis Chef

Colonial Group; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Commis Chef in Tasmania to join our kitchen team. You will learn from experienced senior chefs, demonstrate a strong passion for food, and collaborate to deliver high-quality dishes that impress guests.

You will participate in a fast-paced environment, handle varied kitchen tasks, and receive ongoing guidance to develop your skills in culinary preparation and presentation.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Recognised culinary training

Commercial cookery certification

Safe food handling certificate

Food safety supervisor

Ambition and passion for food

Open to feedback

Fast-paced team environment

Clear communication

Flexible shifts

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