Commis chef-National Convention Centre Canberra

Kimpton; Canberra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation discounts

Food & Beverage discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Proactive health days

Development program

Discount retail platform

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Full-time Commis Chef in Canberra to help run a smooth kitchen operation. You will support senior chefs, prepare and present dishes, and ensure food safety and high hygiene standards.

Join a team that values collaboration, lunch and dinner service, and a commitment to guest satisfaction. You will rotate across stations and participate in daily briefings and training.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certificate required.
• Knowledge of safe handling and lifting procedures desired.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of exceptional dining experiences representing venue values.
• Prepare, present and store dishes per standards.
• Communicate courteously with guests, colleagues and other departments.
• Escalate guest feedback to senior chefs promptly.
• Ensure ingredients, materials and equipment are prepared and organised before service.
• Support cost control through accurate portioning and reduced waste.
• Follow standard recipes to maintain consistency in taste, quality and presentation.
• Work across kitchen sections and rotating rosters including weekends and public holidays.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene and conduct.
• Support junior staff and kitchen hands to foster a positive team environment.
• Attend daily briefings and relevant training and development activities.
• Rotate through kitchen stations to contribute to a flexible team.

Skills

Food Safety Certificate

Safe handling procedures

Job description

Australia

Job Description

Keeping our kitchen running smoothly is essential to delivering an exceptional dining experience. As a Full-time Commis Chef, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every dish is prepared with precision and care.

From supporting senior chefs with high-quality food preparation to assisting junior team members and maintaining strict food safety standards, your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will keep the kitchen operating at its best. You’ll bring passion, teamwork and pride to every shift.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Support the delivery of exceptional dining experiences while representing the venue’s values.
• Prepare, present and store a variety of dishes according to established portion and quality standards.
• Communicate courteously and professionally with guests, colleagues and other departments.
• Escalate guest feedback or concerns to senior chefs promptly and appropriately.
• Ensure ingredients, materials and equipment are prepared and organised before service.
• Support cost control through accurate portioning, correct storage and reduced food waste.
• Follow standard recipes and procedures to maintain consistency in taste, quality and presentation.
• Work across different kitchen sections and rotating rosters, including weekends and public holidays.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation, hygiene and professional conduct.
• Help create a positive team environment by supporting junior staff and kitchen hands.
• Attend daily briefings and participate in relevant training and development activities.
• Rotate through kitchen stations and contribute to a flexible and efficient team.

Follow all venue policies and procedures, including workplace health and safety, food hygiene and operational standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Food Safety Certificate
• Knowledge of safe handling/lifting procedures
• Prior experience in a similar role is an advantage

Full Australian working rights are required. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family's wellbeing, including:

• Hotel Perks like accommodation and Food & Beverage discounts
• Enhanced parental leave
• Proactive health days and flexible work options
• Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program
• IHG Career Milestone celebrations
• Transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG
• Access to our discount retail platform that makes your pay go even further

What you can expect from us

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the teamthe room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Job Info

• Job Identification 160639
• Job Category Hotel-Food and Beverage
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 12:44 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1 Binara Street, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, AU