Commis Chef | Eureka 89

Journey Beyond; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel discounts

Health discounts

Career progression

Parental leave

Study assistance

Job summary

Eureka 89, the premium dining and events space atop Eureka Tower in Melbourne, is seeking a casual Commis Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen brigade. The role offers hands-on experience across menus, canapés, desserts, and mise en place, supported by experienced chefs and opportunities to take ownership of your section.

Ideal candidates are hungry to learn, with at least 1 year in a similar kitchen, a formal culinary qualification, and a safety‑mocused mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar kitchen role.
• Formal culinary qualification such as Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Safe Food Handling Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to prepare ingredients and run sections independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook ingredients to a consistently high standard.
• Support premium dining and event menus including canapés, desserts, entrées and mise en place.
• Run sections with minimal supervision and assist with the pass as required.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, labeling, allergen awareness and stock rotation.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Australian working rights

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

About Us

Eureka 89 is the stunning events and dining space on the top floor of Eureka Tower in Melbourne. We host a wide variety of events - corporate lunches, dinners or cocktail parties, media launches, private milestone celebrations and weddings. We also operate a Chef’s Tasting dining room, open to the public throughout the week.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 22 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco‑luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Tourism Australia.

About the Role

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Commis Chef to join Eureka 89's kitchen brigade on a casual basis. This hands-on role is ideal for a developing chef who wants to sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, premium dining & events environment, working across carefully executed menus, elegant canapés, desserts, entrées and high-quality mise en place.

You’ll be supported by experienced chefs while also being trusted to take ownership of your section, work with minimal supervision and contribute to seamless service. From intimate Chef’s Tasting 6-course dinners to milestone celebrations, weddings & corporate events, every shift offers the opportunity to be part of something memorable.

Unfortunately, the business is not able to provide sponsorship at this time.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing & cooking ingredients with pride to a consistently high standard
• Supporting the delivery of premium dining & event menus, including entrée, dessert, pastry & canapé preparation
• Running sections with minimal supervision & assisting with the pass when requiredProducing efficient, high-quality mise en place & setting up kitchen stations for smooth service
• Working closely with the kitchen brigade, Front of House & Events teams to deliver standout guest experiences
• Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, labelling, allergen awareness & stock rotation practices
• Helping minimise waste, keep the kitchen clean and safe, and uphold all WHS & operational standards
• Bringing flexibility, energy and a team-first mindset to a dynamic seven-day operation

About You

The successful candidate will be a passionate, reliable and detail-focused chef who is hungry to learn, proud of their craft, and excited by the idea of cooking in one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues. They'll thrive in a busy kitchen, communicate clearly and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every service.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• At least 1 year’s experience in a similar kitchen role
• A formal culinary qualification, such as Commercial Cookery (or similar)
• Safe Food Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• Confidence preparing ingredients & running sections independently
• Intermediate cooking skills, strong presentation standards & genuine pride in producing quality food
• Excellent communication, attention to detail & a collaborative approach
• A safety-focused mindset & commitment to hygiene, consistency & continuous improvement
• Australian working rights

Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!

If you’re ready to build your culinary career somewhere truly elevated, this is your opportunity to join Eureka 89 and be part of a team delivering unforgettable experiences high above Melbourne. Please submit your Resume, along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.

Applications close at 11:59 pm, Sunday 30th August 2026.

As a Journey Beyond employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel, experiences & merchandise
• An attractive salary and positive work environment
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Parental Leave Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchased Leave Policy
• Study Assistance Policy
• Employee Referral Policy
• Private Health discounts