Commis Chef – Restaurant & Bar, Pre-opening

The Glen Hotel Pty; Perth; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee wellbeing

Staff meals

Career advancement

Team-focused culture

Job summary

The EQ Hotel Management Pty Ltd is opening Sky Lounge in Perth, WA, and seeks a Commis Chef to join the founding kitchen team. This full-time role supports the Sous Chef and Chef de Partie in food prep, cooking and presentation for daily service.

You will learn and grow in a premium dining environment, with a hands-on position suited to developing chefs who are passionate about quality food and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Commercial cookery qualifications required.
• Be part of Sky Lounge pre-opening from day one.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-opening kitchen setup, training, tastings and service trials.
• Assist with food preparation, cooking and plating to recipes and standards.
• Prepare mise en place for allocated section and keep it stocked.
• Support Sous Chef and Chef de Partie during busy periods.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and safe storage in kitchen areas.
• Assist with stock rotation and basic inventory tasks.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Commercial cookery qualifications

Job description

Commis Chef - Full Time

The EQ Hotel Management Pty Ltd

4 William Street, Perth, WA, 6000, AUSTRALIA

Elizabeth Quay, 1 Spring Street, Perth WA 6000

$29.45 per hour l Full-time and part-time positions available

Located within the Capital Square precinct above Elizabeth Quay, our Sky Lounge offers breathtaking 360° views of Perth's city skyline and the Swan River, creating one of the city's most exciting dining destinations.

As we prepare to open, we are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Commis Chef to join our founding kitchen team and help bring this exceptional venue to life.

About the Role

Reporting to the Sous Chef and Chef de Partie, you will support the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking and presentation across daily service.

This is a hands-on role suited to a developing chef who is passionate about quality food, keen to learn and ready to build their career in a premium dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pre-opening kitchen setup, training, menu tastings and service trials.
• Assist with food preparation, cooking and plating in line with recipes and presentation standards.
• Prepare and maintain mise en place for your allocated section.
• Support the Sous Chef and Chef de Partie during busy service periods.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and safe food storage across kitchen work areas.
• Assist with stock rotation, basic inventory tasks and waste minimisation.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, WHS and operational procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team and take direction from senior chefs.

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• Previous experience as a Commis Chef, with cooking experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• A genuine passion for cooking and developing a career in hospitality.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork, reliability and willingness to learn.
• Good organisation, time-management and attention to detail.
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications are required.
• Be part of Sky Lounge venue pre-opening from day one
• Employee wellbeing and recognition programs
• Complimentary staff meals during shifts
• Career advancement opportunitieswithin an expanding hospitality portfolio
• Work with a team that values refined hospitality, teamwork, and meaningful guest connection

Applicants must have current Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Screening Questions

• Do you have unrestricted Australian working rights?
• If you are on a visa, please specify your visa type and expiry date.
• Do you hold relevant commercial cookery qualifications?
• How many years of experience do you have as a Commis Chef or in a similar kitchen role?
• Are you seeking full-time or part-time employment?
• Do you hold a current Food Handler certificate?
• Are you available to work Monday to Friday between 6:00 am and 8:00 pm, and weekends if required?