Commis Chef — Fresh, From-Scratch Kitchen & Events

Harrup Park Country Club; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrup Park is seeking a proactive Commis Chef to join our growing culinary team in Mackay, Queensland. You’ll work with experienced chefs across Bistro, Café and Functions, helping to prepare fresh dishes and maintain high standards of food safety.

This role offers variety, hands-on learning, and the chance to contribute to major events and everyday dining while developing your skills in a busy regional venue.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for cooking and working with fresh food.
• A willingness to learn and develop within an experienced kitchen team.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• The ability to remain organised and composed during busy services.
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• A strong commitment to food safety, hygiene and presentation.
• Reliability, positivity and a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh food to our recipes and presentation standards.
• Work alongside and learn from our Executive Chef and senior kitchen team.
• Support smooth and efficient service across our Bistro, Café and Functions.
• Take pride in presentation, consistency and quality.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, preparation, labelling and kitchen organisation.
• Work collaboratively during busy services and major events.
• Bring energy, curiosity and a willingness to continue learning your craft.

Skills

Fresh food preparation

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Harrup Park is seeking a proactive Commis Chef to join our growing culinary team in Mackay, Queensland. You’ll work with experienced chefs across Bistro, Café and Functions, helping to prepare fresh dishes and maintain high standards of food safety.

This role offers variety, hands-on learning, and the chance to contribute to major events and everyday dining while developing your skills in a busy regional venue.