Commis Chef | Breakfast - Full-Time

MGallery; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career pathways

Worldwide accommodation and F&B staff/

Accor Academy training

Discounts on hotels & dining

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join the kitchen on a full-time basis, specializing in breakfast service. You’ll work with experienced chefs to deliver a high-quality breakfast experience for guests, developing culinary skills within a luxury hotel environment.

Candidates should be available for 5:30am starts, including weekends and public holidays, with reliable transport to the hotel.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and developing culinary skills.
• Previous kitchen experience in a hotel or busy breakfast environment.
• Commercial cookery qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to a high standard; ensure consistency.
• Assist with mise en place and have ingredients ready for service.
• Maintain a clean, organised workstation and stock area.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and storage procedures.
• Work closely with the kitchen team for a smooth breakfast service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation to meet standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries and stock control as required.
• Contribute to a positive kitchen culture and support team members.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisation

Reliability for early shifts

Food safety knowledge

Education

Commercial cookery qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Please note: This position is available to candidates who have unrestricted working rights in Australia.While we welcome applications from candidates with the appropriate working rights,unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, including future sponsorship.

At Accor we believe that there is a place for everyone in the same way that our brands cater to all of our At Accor we believe that there is a place for everyone in the same way that our brands cater to all of our guests. That’s why we offer the greatest career opportunities, industry training and the chance to work in the most diverse locations in the hotel, resort and hospitality industry.

Who we are

A sanctuary of style, Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery offers the perfect luxury escape nestled close to the city of Melbourne and on the doorstep of Chadstone - The Fashion Capital. Our unique design marries both exclusivity and comfort allowing guests to feel a sense of home during their stay, whilst transporting them into a world of glamour and style. Five star luxury and opulencecreates the perfect setting for our team to create special moments that our guests will remember forever. Join us at Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery, where we create stories that stay.

What you’ll be doing

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Commis Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis, specialising in breakfast service.

Working alongside our experienced chefs, you will help prepare and deliver a high-quality breakfast experience for our hotel guests. This is an opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a luxury hotel environment and contribute to a kitchen team that values quality, consistency and teamwork.

This role requires 5:30am starts, so you will need to be comfortable with early morning shifts and able to reliably travel to the hotel at this time.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to a high standard, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation.
• Assist with daily mise en place and ensure all ingredients are ready for service.
• Maintain a clean, organised and well-stocked workstation.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and storage procedures.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure a smooth and efficient breakfast service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring every dish meets our standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries and stock control as required.
• Contribute to a positive kitchen culture and support your fellow team members.

What we’re looking for

• A genuine passion for cooking and an interest in developing your culinary skills.
• Previous kitchen experience, ideally in a hotel or busy breakfast environment.
• A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent experience.
• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards.
• Good organisation, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn and a strong team focus.

Availability for 5:30am starts, including weekends and public holidays as rostered.

Reliable transport or a dependable way to get to the hotel for early morning shifts.

What’s in it for you

• The opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a luxury hotel environment
• Career pathways within Accor, Australia’s largest hospitality group
• Worldwide accommodation and food & beverage discounts from your first day
• Industry-leading training and development opportunities with Accor Academy
• A supportive, collaborative culture where your creativity and ideas are valued
• Be part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences