Commis Chef - Pastry (Casual)

1GWUV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Employee discounts (35% off F&B)

Global Marriott discounts

Job summary

W Melbourne, part of Marriott International, is seeking a passionate pastry cook to bring artistry to our pastry kitchen. You will prepare ingredients, bake pastries, and help elevate guest experiences in a luxury hotel setting. Experience in high-end pastry, a proactive attitude, and willingness to learn under senior chefs are valued.

Qualifications in Patisserie III/IV or equivalent preferred. Join a multi-award-winning venue with competitive salary reviews, staff perks, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-end pastry kitchen.
• Proactive, upbeat demeanour with a passion for culinary artistry.
• Ability to learn and grow under senior chefs.
• Polished professionalism with creative flair.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning and measuring.
• Bake pastries according to recipes and standards.
• Prepare cold foods and operate kitchen equipment.
• Monitor food quality and presentation.
• Set up and break down workstation; maintain cleanliness.
• Learn new techniques under mentorship of senior chefs.

Skills

Culinary artistry

High-end pastry kitchen

Proactive demeanor

Career growth

Education

Patisserie III/IV or equivalent

Job description

Additional Information
Job Number26135963
Job CategoryFood and Beverage & Culinary
Location408 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Victo 3000, AustraliaVIEW ON MAP
SchedulePart Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management

Are you excited to cook and create at our multi-award-winning venues?

Come and join Marriott International, the largest hotel network in the world. W Melbourne is one of Marriott's luxury brands, and our mission is to ignite curiosity and expand worlds. Our tribe is diverse and enabled to be the best version of themselves. If this sounds like your next workplace, read the below!

About the Hotel - W Melbourne

W Melbourne is the rebel between the streets, sitting in the heart of the Melbourne CBD on the iconic Flinders Lane, the luxury hotel takes its design cues from Australia’s cultural capital and providing the back-lane entrance keys to what’s New/Next in the city. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites peel back the layers and revel in the city’s history. There are five electric and daring bars and restaurants within the hotel, plus over 800 square metres of ultra-modern event space. W Melbourne is set to be the place to see and be seen in.

Why Choose W Melbourne?

• Competitive Salary and Reviews: Benefit from a competitive salary with an annual salary review every July.
• Mentor/Buddy Program:Benefit from our mentor/buddy program and thrive in a diverse, collaborative environment where we set you up for success.
• Career Advancement: Grow your career with Marriott International, with opportunities for interstate and global transfers through internal channels.
• Prime Location:Work in Melbourne CBD, conveniently close to public transport and public parking spaces.
• Birthday Perks: Celebrate your birthday with a paid day off because we value our rockstars - YOU!
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy 35% off food and beverages at W Melbourne, plus global room night discounts from Marriott International for you and your loved ones.
• Community Engagement:Participate in W Melbourne's Take Care initiatives and contribute to meaningful community service projects.
• Award-Winning Workplace: Be part of our success, working at a Certified Great Place to Work, with accolades including a Two Hatted Restaurant, Best Deluxe Restaurant, Award-Winning Event Spaces, and Award-Winning Bar Design.
• Employee Referral Bonus: Take advantage of our employee referral bonus and enjoy working alongside your tribe.

What We Expect of You

• A passion for culinary artistry and a desire to innovate in the pastry kitchen.
• Background in high-end pastry kitchen is advantageous.
• A proactive and upbeat demeanor that inspires excellence.
• Keen to take on new challenges and grow within your career.
• Qualifications in Patisserie III and IV or equivalent are preferred.
• Embody a polished professionalism with an audacious approach to creativity; and a playful individual who is passionate in creating memorable guest experiences.

A Glance at What You Will Do

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Wash and peel. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Prepare and cook pastries according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
• Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Monitor food quality while preparing food.
• Set-up and break down work station. Serve food in proper portions onto proper receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Learn and apply new techniques under the mentorship of senior chefs.

W Hotels' mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We're here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests' passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what's possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.Bewhere you can do your best work,beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

W Hotels' mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We're here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests' passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what's possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Bewhere you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.