Commis Chef

Accor Hotels; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company seeks a Commis Chef for its Chicago location. The role involves preparing high-quality dishes while maintaining hygiene and stock efficiency. Ideal for candidates with a Commercial Cookery Qualification and a passion for culinary excellence. Join Accor to explore your potential and enjoy training and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

On-the-job training and mentorship

Exclusive Accor discounts

Career advancement pathways

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with prior hotel industry experience.
• Familiarity with food safety and WHS legislation required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and maintain hygiene standards.
• Ensure stock rotation and minimum wastage.
• Monitor kitchen needs and advise supervisor accordingly.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Hygiene Standards

Time Management

Service Orientation

Attention to Detail

Education

Commercial Cookery Qualification – Cert III or IV

Job description

Company Description

Novotel Melbourne South Wharffeatures golden 26 level tower with 347 accommodation rooms & suites, Mr. Carpano Dining and Bar and Allora Café. The hotel is complemented with direct access to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the Southern Hemisphere's largest meeting space and adjacent to the DFO centre, with 180+ retail brands.

Job Description

As a Commis Chef, you will be an integral part of the kitchen brigade, working closely with the team to assist in preparing and presenting exceptional dishes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Food preparation for breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service, functions and buffet service.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy.Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.
• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
• Check all food is stored and handled correctly as per current food health and hygiene regulations.
• Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance.
• Assist and liaise with chef on duty as required.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Commercial Cookery Qualification – Cert III or IV is preferred.
• Previous experience in the hotel industryis preferred.
• Familiar with Food Safety and WHS legislation.
• Service oriented with an eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrated initiative in a dynamic environment.
• Time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Availability to work a flexible roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

Why Work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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Benefits:

• Be a part of a global hospitality company and explore Accor’s limitless possibilities
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Accessing pathways for career advancement and personal development within Accor
• Enjoy exclusive Accor discounts and global benefits