Commis Chef

Novotel; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Sydney is seeking a Commis Chef to support their culinary team. This role involves assisting with daily kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and ensuring food quality. Candidates should hold a Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and have a strong understanding of food safety. If you are passionate about cooking and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity could be for you.

Benefits

Opportunity to work and learn on your own terms

Mentoring by experienced hospitality professionals

Contribution to the greater good of hotel operations

Qualifications

• Adept at working under pressure in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the culinary team with daily operational aspects of the kitchen.
• Prepare and ensure availability of mis en place as required.
• Organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.

Skills

Teamwork

Commercial cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Company Description

Conveniently located amongst Sydney’s CBD, Darling Harbour, Darling Square and ICC precincts at NovotelSydney Darling Square we are looking for a Commis Chef to join our culinary team.

Accoris the world’s largest and fastest-growing hotel group with a network of more than 5,000 properties in over 90 countries. We are far more than a worldwide leader. Globally, we are more than 260,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do, and nurturing real passion for service and achievement beyond limits.

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Job Description

Reporting to Praveen our Director of Culinary you will be assisting our culinary team with daily operational aspects of the kitchen and related outlets from buffet breakfast to Pumphouse Bar and restaurant to in room dining and function services.

What will you be doing :

• Prepare and ensure availability of mis en place as required.
• Organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.
• Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.

Qualifications

Due to the high-volume nature of the role you will be adept at working under pressure in a high-volume environment.

What we are looking for :

• You will have commercial cookery qualification Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• You will work well in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills with strong communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to Work Your Way, Learn Your Way and experience Benefits Your Way at Accor
• Ability to really contribute and feel pride in knowing you have made a difference to the greater good of the Hotel Operation
• Work alongside passionate industry professionals
• Be mentored by experienced Accor Hospitality professionals who want to see you succeed!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note, you will require full working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.