Commis Chef Ovolo Canberra (Nishi)

Ovolo Hotels Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel benefits

Wellbeing programmes

Community programme

Autonomous role with creative license

Job summary

Ovolo Hotels Group is seeking a Commis Chef for a part-time role in Australia. You will prepare dishes using local produce, support breakfast, lunch and dinner services, and help with kitchen setup, stock control and hygiene.

The position requires adaptability and a collaborative spirit within our team. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience at a Commis Chef level and a willingness to work across shifts.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of work experience as a Commis Chef.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Flexibility to work across breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes using locally sourced produce.
• Take charge of breakfast/lunch/dinner service and assist during meals.
• Set up and clean the kitchen after service and maintain hygiene.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Time management

Local produce

Tools

Mise en place

Job description

Founded in 2010, we’re an independently owned and operated lifestyle brand with hotels & restaurants across Hong Kong, Australia, and Indonesia. Over the years we’ve grown exponentially, both in size and confidence. But our attitude towards our guests and our passion for what Ovolo stands for remains as strong as ever. We’ve never been afraid to be ourselves, to zig when the others zag, to be creative and spontaneous, and to stand out from the crowd. It’s what we’re famous for. It’s what we love.

Our mission is to share happiness. With bright eyes and even brighter minds, we create the kind of good vibrations that carry far and wide. Across continents and overseas. Throughout hotel lobbies and beyond. It’s everywhere you look. Places filled with a special kind of sparkle that keeps people coming back for more.

And want to know what makes Ovolo more special, more unique, and more original than all the rest? Our people. Just the way they are. At Ovolo, we want you to be yourself. It’s what keeps us from swimming in the ‘sea of sameness '. That’s why here we’ve ditched the tired old ‘corporate scripts’ and empowered our people to speak from the heart. Characters and mavericks, come one, come all. We’re after you with all your you-ness.

The Gig

Responsibilities

As our Commis Chef, you’ll be cooking up a storm, lovingly preparing every dish for our guests using locally sourced and seasonal produce. This is a Part-Time vacancy and will require flexibility in your availability. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Take control of the breakfast/lunch/dinner service and ensure guests receive a truly delicious and memorable experience
• Cooking and managing breakfast/lunch service and assisting with lunch service.
• Setting up and cleaning down the kitchen after service
• Ensure all stocks are kept under optimum conditions
• Ensure all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time
• Ensure all dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
• Ensure any anticipated issues are communicated promptly to the Head Chef
• Ensure all staff under your control are treated fairly and with courtesy
• Ensure and control levels of guest satisfaction, quality, operating and food costs on an ongoing basis
• Collect feedback from the guest during the breakfast session and report to the Executive Chef on any complaints or issues
• Monitor that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times
• Personal grooming and appearance standards are met regarding cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene
• Assist with producing menus and new dishes
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings

About You

At Ovolo, we are all about YOU. We provide a fun and exciting environment, and all we ask is that you give us your dedication to our brand and, most importantly, your team! As our Commis Chef, you will thrive on the pressure of the Kitchen, understanding that mise en place and teamwork are key to a successful service. And continuously strive for perfection in every dish, always ensuring consistency and balance. You will ideally have 1-2 years of work experience at a Commis Chef level, looking to take the next step in your career.

What You'll Get...

• Well, there's the chance to shine in a brilliant team environment in Australia, Hong Kong, and now Indonesia – bring your personality and sense of fun to work and the most amazing team to work with.
• Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you
• Receive Hotel benefits in rooms and our fabulous F&B outlets
• Stay Fit and Fabulous; be involved in our Wellbeing Programmes
• Develop relationships and make a difference to other people’s lives through our Community Programme
• Autonomous role with oodles of creative license & chance to showcase your entrepreneurial talent