Commis Chef - Part Time

Commis Chef  – Novotel St Kilda

An exciting opportunity now exists to join Novotel St Kilda Hotel during a transformative new chapter, as the hotel evolves into one of Melbourne’s most exciting lifestyle hospitality destinations.

As part of a privately owned hospitality group operating a successful collection of hotels and businesses across Australia, you will enjoy the unique advantage of working within ERDI Group’s family-built culture while also being connected to the globally recognised Accor hospitality brand.

Positioned in the heart of iconic St Kilda, Novotel St Kilda is being reimagined as a vibrant lifestyle hotel, delivering elevated guest experiences through contemporary hospitality, dynamic Food & Beverage venues, and market-leading Conference & Events offerings.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with the kitchen team to coordinate the preparation and production of food as required.
• Prepare and present menu items with variety, creativity, and flair.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimise wastage by implementing and maintaining effective stock control procedures.
• Keep all working areas clean, organised, and tidy.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained, serviced, and cleaned.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of programs that uphold high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets.
• Assist with ordering food supplies in line with business needs and operational demands.

To be considered for this exciting position you must possess:

• Experience as a Commis Chef within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to maintain high and consistent standards.
• The ability to perform well under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills and professional grooming standards.
• A sound understanding of food safety standards and HACCP principles.
• A customer-focused approach with the ability to multitask.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

In return for your commitment, we will provide consistent hours, n return for your commitment, we offer consistent hours, excellent training and career development opportunities, employee benefits, and outstanding working conditions within a supportive and fun team environment.

You must have full working rights in Australia. Applications from Working Holiday Visa holders and Student Visa holders cannot be accepted at this time.