Commis Chef - Banquets Kitchen

JEN by Shangri-La; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shangri-La Sydney is seeking a passionate and motivated Commis Chef to join our vibrant Banquets Kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with strong guidance from senior chefs.

You will assist in food preparation, maintain quality and presentation, and follow recipes and portion controls to ensure efficient service. Weekend and holiday shifts are required, with support for developing culinary skills.

Qualifications

• Certified in Commercial Cookery.
• Able to work in rotating shifts.
• Minimum of 6 months experience in any capacity kitchen or as a kitchen hand in a restaurant or hotel with similar standards.
• Proficient in basic knife handling and kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and cooking under the guidance of the Chef de Cuisine.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
• Participates in the preparation cooking and presentation of food for service, unsupervised.
• Prepares the required quantities of food for service as per the instructions given.
• Ensures portion control and all recipes are followed as per specific requirements.
• Assists in controlling the food cost by minimising spoilage and wastage.

Skills

Rotating shifts

Knife handling

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certified in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Shangri-La Sydney is seeking a passionate and motivated Commis Chef to join our vibrant Banquets Kitchen team. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary journey and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, this is your opportunity to shine.

About the role

• Assist in food preparation and cooking under the guidance of the Chef de Cuisine
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation
• Participates in the preparation cooking and presentation of food for service, unsupervised.
• Prepares the required quantities of food for service as per the instructions given.
• Ensures portion control and all recipes are followed as per specific requirements.
• Assists in controlling the food cost by minimising spoilage and wastage.

About You

• Certified in Commercial Cookery
• Able to work in rotating shifts
• Minimum of 6-month experience in any capacity kitchen or as a kitchen hand in a restaurant or hotel with similar standards.
• Proficient in basic knife handling and kitchen equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will be provided with strong guidance and the opportunity to grow your career in a friendly and harmonious work environment.