Commis Chef - Events Kitchen, Island High-Volume Catering

Hamilton Island Enterprises; Hamilton Island; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Island Enterprises on Hamilton Island, Queensland, is seeking a qualified Commis Chef to join the Events kitchen team. This role offers developing chefs broader experience beyond a traditional restaurant kitchen, with exposure to function preparation, event service and catering while learning from an experienced brigade.

You'll work across diverse island venues, support senior chefs, and help deliver high-volume event catering with attention to recipes, presentation, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Essential).
• Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience in events, functions, banqueting or high-volume catering highly regarded.
• Strong food preparation skills and ability to follow recipes and presentation standards.
• Ability to stay organised and maintain quality when working to event deadlines.
• Flexibility to work across different venues, service styles and event requirements.
• A positive, team-focused attitude and genuine desire to develop your culinary career.

Responsibilities

• Support the Events kitchen across preparation, production and service for functions.
• Prepare food for different service styles and volumes per event requirements.
• Stay organised and work across multiple venues and teams to deliver consistent quality.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Follow recipes

Organised under pressure

Flexibility across venues

Team-focused attitude

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Hamilton Island Enterprises on Hamilton Island, Queensland, is seeking a qualified Commis Chef to join the Events kitchen team. This role offers developing chefs broader experience beyond a traditional restaurant kitchen, with exposure to function preparation, event service and catering while learning from an experienced brigade.

You'll work across diverse island venues, support senior chefs, and help deliver high-volume event catering with attention to recipes, presentation, and deadlines.