Pastry Commis Chef (FTC 12 Months) – Luxury Hotel Pastry

73N97; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts at Marriott hotels

Life with the Works program

Access to international training

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referrals incentives

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is seeking a Pastry Commis Chef for a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our luxury culinary team. You will assist in preparing pastries, desserts, breads, and specialty items that reflect the hotel’s high standards across restaurants, banquets, and events.

You will collaborate with the Pastry Chef and kitchen colleagues, delivering quality, consistency, and creativity in a fast-paced environment while adhering to all safety and hygiene requirements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Patisserie, or currently working towards a relevant qualification.
• Genuine passion for pastry and luxury hospitality.
• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, hotel, restaurant, bakery, or similar environment is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn from experienced culinary professionals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Motivated to grow your culinary career with a world-leading luxury hotel brand.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily preparation and presentation of high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and specialty items across the hotel.
• Work closely with the Pastry Chef and culinary team to support service across restaurants, banquets, Club Lounge, afternoon tea, and special events.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ensure your workstation is organised, clean, and efficiently maintained throughout service.
• Follow recipes, production schedules, and plating standards while developing your technical pastry skills.
• Adhere to all Food Safety, HACCP, Hygiene, and Workplace Health & Safety standards.
• Bring creativity, passion, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced luxury environment.
• Contribute to creating memorable guest experiences through exceptional culinary execution.

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Patisserie, or currently working towards a relevant qualification

Job description

The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is seeking a Pastry Commis Chef for a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our luxury culinary team. You will assist in preparing pastries, desserts, breads, and specialty items that reflect the hotel’s high standards across restaurants, banquets, and events.

You will collaborate with the Pastry Chef and kitchen colleagues, delivering quality, consistency, and creativity in a fast-paced environment while adhering to all safety and hygiene requirements.