Commis Chef

6 days ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Sea Sea Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year
About Us

Join our vibrant culinary team at a new and unique boutique hotel in Crescent Head, home to some of Australia's best surf breaks. Located in this quiet coastal town, we offer an exceptional work-life balance where you can enjoy pristine beaches and a relaxed lifestyle while advancing your culinary career.

Our 25-room property features a restaurant and bar, and we're a close-knit, friendly team who genuinely love working together. As a new and rapidly growing hotel, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our culinary offering.

Position Overview

We're seeking enthusiastic chefs at the beginning of their career to come and join a high-performing team for the summer and beyond. The right candidate will be a hard-working, good human with the drive to progress and learn from some of the best.

In the commis chef role, you will assist the chef de partie with tasks related to meal preparation, maintenance, logistics, and safety and sanitation. Success in this role will be determined by your ability to support the kitchen's efficiency and safety without compromising the quality of the meals produced.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations:

  • Monitors kitchen equipment and reports issues to superiors
  • Continually develops culinary knowledge to produce high-quality meals
  • Measures, mixes, and prepares meal ingredients, sauces, and seasonings
  • Washes, chops, and cuts fruit, meat, and vegetable items
  • Assesses inventory and requests resupply when necessary
  • Plates meal items under the chef de partie's supervision
  • Disposes of spoiled items and adheres to sanitation policies

Essential Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; higher certification in culinary arts preferred
  • 1-2 years of work experience in a similar role
  • Good understanding of food, health, and safety regulations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Computer literate
  • Able to lift heavy items
  • Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
  • Opportunity to work in one of Australia's most beautiful coastal locations
  • Excellent work-life balance in a relaxed, friendly environment
  • Career development opportunities in a growing business
  • Supportive team culture and mentorship opportunities
  • Staff discounts and benefits
  • Access to fresh local seafood and produce
How to Apply

If you're passionate about creating exceptional food, enjoy mentoring others, and want to be part of an exciting, growing team in paradise, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your culinary experience and why you'd be perfect for this role to

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