Commis Chef Part Time

Novotel Hotels; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent hours

Training & career development

Employee benefits

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Novotel St Kilda is seeking a skilled Commis Chef to join the kitchen team during a dynamic transformation of the hotel into a lifestyle destination in the heart of St Kilda, Melbourne. You will contribute to dinner service, assist with menu presentation, and uphold HACCP standards in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, possess strong organisational skills, and are capable of working a rotating roster including mornings, evenings, weekends, and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of food safety standards and HACCP.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Work with the kitchen team to coordinate dinner service and food preparation.
• Prepare and present menu items with variety and flair.
• Maintain stock rotation and minimise wastage with stock control procedures.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and orderly; ensure equipment is maintained and cleaned.
• Assist with implementation of hygiene and cleanliness programs.

Skills

Commis Chef

Food safety HACCP

Organisation

Under pressure

Customer focus

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

An exciting opportunity now exists to join Novotel St Kilda Hotel during a transformative new chapter, as the hotel evolves into one of Melbourne’s most exciting lifestyle hospitality destinations.

As part of a privately owned hospitality group operating a successful collection of hotels and businesses across Australia, you will enjoy the unique advantage of working within ERDI Group’s family-built culture while also being connected to the globally recognised Accor hospitality brand.

Positioned in the heart of iconic St Kilda, Novotel St Kilda is being reimagined as a vibrant lifestyle hotel, delivering elevated guest experiences through contemporary hospitality, dynamic Food & Beverage venues, and market-leading Conference & Events offerings.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with the kitchen teammostly during dinner serviceto coordinate the preparation and production of food as required.


• Prepare and present menu items with variety, creativity, and flair.


• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimise wastage by implementing and maintaining effective stock control procedures.


• Keep all working areas clean, organised, and tidy.


• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained, serviced, and cleaned.


• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of programs that uphold high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets.


• Assist with ordering food supplies in line with business needs and operational demands.

To be considered for this exciting position youmust possess:

• Experience as a Commis Chef within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


• A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.


• The ability to maintain high and consistent standards.


• The ability to perform well under pressure.


• Excellent organisational skills and professional grooming standards.


• A sound understanding of food safety standards and HACCP principles.


• A customer-focused approach with the ability to multitask.


• Availability to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

In return for your commitment, we will provide consistent hours, n return for your commitment, we offer consistent hours, excellent training and career development opportunities, employee benefits, and outstanding working conditions within a supportive and fun team environment.

You must have full working rights in Australia.

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