Commis Chef - Commissary Kitchen

The Star Gold Coast; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 30% Discounts across award‑winng

Complimentary meals on site

Discounted parking

Uniform provided

Mental health and wellbeing services

Diversity & Inclusion focus

Job summary

The Star Sydney is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join the Commissary Kitchen. You will support or lead the assigned section, assist with cooking and food preparation, and uphold high hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are Culinary School graduates with an apprenticeship in commercial cookery, flexible to work mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends and public holidays, and eager to contribute to a high-quality dining experience across The Star Sydney venues.

Qualifications

• Culinary School Graduate.
• Received apprenticeship training in commercial cookery.
• Proficiency with diverse food preparation techniques and cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead the assigned section as directed by the Chef De Cuisine and provide training to junior staff members.
• Assist with fundamental cooking and food preparation tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.
• Complete all duties in line with company and statutory hygiene requirements.
• Meet requirements for consistency and high quality in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food preparation

Communication

Education

Commercial cookery apprenticeship

Tools

Cooking equipment

Job description

For three decades, The Star Sydney has been a local landmark, deeply ingrained in Pyrmont and Darling Harbour. Committed to our communities, we strive to create fun in trusted destinations as Australia's premier entertainment hub. The Darling, and state-of-the-art venues including The Star Event Centre and The Lyric Theatre have hosted prestigious events and international acts. With extraordinary dining options, including Sokyo, BLACK Bar and Grill, Cucina Porto and our vibrant Sports Bar where the action is live and loud, we are dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment, hospitality, and dining experiences for all.

As a Commis Chef, you’ll work closely with the Sous Chefs and Chef de Cuisine in a fast-paced, hands-on environment that values precision, creativity, and a strong focus on safety and quality. The Commissary Kitchen is the beating heart of The Star—where every dish begins. Behind the scenes, this high-performance kitchen plays a vital role, supplying all our venues with top-quality prep, production, and service-ready items. It’s a hub of teamwork and culinary craftsmanship that powers the entire property.

This is a permanent full-time position, and full Australian working rights are essential.

A few of your responsibilities:

• Support or lead the assigned section as directed by the Chef De Cuisine and provide training to junior staff members


• Assist with fundamental cooking and food preparation tasks


• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations


• Complete all duties in line with company and statutory hygiene requirements


• Meet requirements for consistency and high quality in a fast-paced environment

What we are looking for:

• Culinary School Graduate. Received apprenticeship training in commercial cookery


• Proficiency with diverse food preparation techniques and cooking equipment


• Successfully completed a Commercial Cookery Apprenticeship, gaining comprehensive knowledge of food preparation, particularly in café, hotel, or high-volume settings, along with strong communication skills and a solid understanding of relevant liquor laws


• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including mornings, evenings, overnight, weekends, and public holidays

About You:

You are a passionate and creative chef, with a willingness to share your expertise to guide and support team members in the Commissary Kitchen. With excellent communication skills, you thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with colleagues, management, and interacting with customers. You bring a proactive, positive attitude to every shift and are committed to delivering consistently high standards.

Your role will be pivotal to the success of The Star Sydney, where the Commissary Kitchen plays a key role in powering the culinary experience across the property.

What we can offer you:

• Supportive leadership team


• Up to 30% Discounts across award-winning restaurants and accommodation


• Complimentary meal on site every day including hot meals, sandwich bar and more


• Discounted parking + other transport options


• Uniform laundered and ready for you daily on property


• Mental Health and Wellbeing services


• Diversity & Inclusion areas of focus include Multicultural, Gender, Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander and LGBTQI+

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

Our Culture

At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We believe in authenticity that embodies our Company values = Build Memorable Connections, Own It, Lead with Integrity, and Take Good Care.

We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process. We offer a range of flexibleworking options for team members to find a balance between work and life that’s right for them and their unique well-being needs.

The Star was awarded WGEA Employer of Citation for Gender Equality (2022-24) and has been recognised as a 2024 PLATINUM Employer by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace.