Commis Chef - Pastry

PULLMAN; Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discounted on-site parking

Global Accor staff discounts

Career development & training

Zusammenfassung

Pullman East Melbourne in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Commis Chef - Pastry to join our luxury pastry team within a five-star hotel environment. The role begins with early morning breakfast service and a fixed breakfast roster for 3–4 months, followed by cross-training across pastry sections and progression opportunities.

You will contribute to high-volume, high-standard service, craft premium breakfast pastries, and support banquet and à la carte pastry operations while upholding

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a pastry kitchen, ideally hotel or fine-dining.
• Foundational proficiency in classical and modern pastry techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and refined presentation.
• Genuine passion for luxury patisserie and craftsmanship.
• Work ethic, continuous improvement, and reliability.
• Willingness to work 7-day rotating roster (early mornings, late finishes, weekends/holidays).

Aufgaben

• Produce and bake premium breakfast pastries to five-star standards.
• Set up and maintain breakfast buffet presentation at Cliveden Restaurant.
• Plan and deliver breakfast operations for high-profile events and banquets.
• Prepare gluten-free breakfast stations with strict food safety.
• Maintain buffet presentation and manage replenishment.
• Prepare refined desserts for restaurant and banquet service.
• Support pastry mise en place for restaurant and banquet operations.
• Assist in producing luxury cakes, pastries, and bakery items.

Kenntnisse

Pastry experience

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team player

Jobbeschreibung

Pullman East Melbourne is located at the edge of the Fitzroy Gardens and a short stroll from the MCG, its one of the most iconic hotels in Melbourne with a long legacy of providing first class accommodation to business travellers, excited tourists and energetic sports fans.

Our renovated stylish 419 rooms provide our guests with a truly luxurious experience. At the heart of our hotel is our extraordinary team who turn small gestures into heart-warming moments.

The hotel features our Cliveden Bar & Dining; extensive Conference & Event facilities; Executive Lounge; Swimming Pool and Health Club.

Hospitalityisaworkofheart,
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Job Description

We invite applications from passionate and detail-driven Commis Chef - Pastry to join our distinguished pastry team within a five-star hospitality environment.

This full-time role will initially be dedicated to early morning breakfast service, a cornerstone of the guest experience in luxury hotels. Over the first 3–4 months, the successful candidate will work a fixed early morning - breakfast roster, developing precision, consistency, and excellence in high-volume, high-standard service. This will be followed by structured cross-training across all sections of the pastry department, offering exposure to refined à la carte, banquet, and specialty pastry operations and supporting long-term career progression.

The key responsibilities are (but not limited to):

• Produce and bake premium breakfast pastries to five-star brand and presentation standards.
• Execute the setup, presentation, and ongoing maintenance of the breakfast buffet at Cliveden Restaurant.
• Plan and deliver breakfast buffet operations for high-profile banquets and special events.
• Prepare and manage dedicated gluten-free breakfast stations, ensuring absolute compliance with food safety standards.
• Maintain flawless buffet presentation throughout service, including timely refilling and backup production.
• Prepare refined à la carte desserts with attention to detail and consistency.
• Support daily pastry mise en place for both restaurant and banquet operations.
• Assist in the production of luxury cakes, desserts, pastries, and bakery items, including doughs, creams, fillings, and components.
• Uphold impeccable standards of personal hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organisation.
• Collaborate closely with the pastry brigade, communicating effectively with senior chefs and contributing to a culture of excellence.
• Assist with inventory control, stock rotation, and waste minimisation.

Qualifications

About You

• Experience: Previous experience within a pastry kitchen, ideally in a hotel or fine-dining environment
• Technical Skills:
  • Foundational proficiency in classical and modern pastry techniques, including baking, shaping, and tempering
  • Strong attention to detail and an appreciation for refined presentation
• Personal Attributes:
  • A genuine passion for luxury patisserie and craftsmanship
  • A strong work ethic with a commitment to continuous improvement
  • Professional presentation, reliability, and the ability to thrive in a high-performance team
• Roster & Availability- Flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster, including
  • Early Morning Starts
  • Late Finishes
  • Weekends & Public Holidays

Additional Information

Valuable Savings and Perks: Enjoy discounted car parking right on site, plus exclusive deals on food & beverage—making every day at work rewarding as well as affordable.

Global Accor Privileges: Get access to special Accor family and friends room rates across the globe, along with additional staff discounts at Accor hotels worldwide—perfect for your next getaway or a holiday with loved ones.

Development and Opportunities:At Accor, your growth is our priority. Join us for outstanding career development, with world-class training and opportunities to advance across our global network.