Commis Chef

Rydges Pit Lane Hotel, Cnr Dukes Highway & Mallee Highway, Tailem Bend, South Australia, Australia

About EVT

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

About Rydges Pit Lane

Rydges Pit Lane Hotel is situated in the main building of Australia’s world-class motorsports facility, Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, and is like no other when it comes to hotels and conferencing in Tailem Bend, near Adelaide. Located only an hour up the South Eastern Freeway, Rydges Pit Lane is conveniently set a short drive from Tailem Bend, a charming town on the cliffs above the east bank of the Murray River. The crown of the Murray region and popular destination of Murray Bridge is also just 25 minutes’ drive away.

About the Role

As a Commis Chef, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality culinary experiences that align with our hotel’s commitment to excellence. This hands‑on position requires working in a safe, efficient, and hygienic manner while upholding the exceptional food standards our guests expect. You’ll be part of a passionate kitchen team that thrives on innovation, professionalism, and a shared purpose to make each day better for our guests, colleagues, and community.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook food items as directed, including baking, pastry, and butchery tasks

- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety at all times

- Minimise food wastage through efficient preparation and storage practices

- Follow all standard operating procedures and WH&S guidelines

- Support senior kitchen staff and contribute to a positive team environment

- Maintain professional grooming and presentation standards

- Build positive relationships with colleagues across departments

- Stay informed about food products and culinary trends

Skills & Experience

- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or hospitality environment preferred

- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and WH&S practices

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and follow instructions

- A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn

- Excellent time management and attention to detail

- Formal culinary training or relevant certifications (desirable)

Benefits & Perks

- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on‑the‑job.

- 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.

- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.

- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.

- Rapidcareer growth opportunities through our EVT network.

- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.

- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company

Apply

Join Rydges Pit Lane and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day. When you click apply you will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group. You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.

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