Commis Chef

Job description

Please note – this role is only open to Australian residents or applicants who have full legal rights to work in Australia. Visa sponsorship opportunities are not available.

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, steps from the arts and entertainment district, DoubleTree by Hilton Melbourne Flinders Street is an ideal base for travellers. At DoubleTree our essence is “Simply Welcoming” and your position as a Commis Chef will ensure that all of our guests receive a warm DoubleTree experience!

What will I be doing?
In your role as Commis Chef, you will utilise your creative flair and passion for food to ensure high quality food. You will work with the team and manage your time and workspace accordingly, in order to prepare the daily required food for various culinary operations within the hotel. Specifically, your role will involve:

·  Work effectively within the Kitchen team to ensure high food standards and the delivery of an exceptional guest experience
·  Maintain all HACCP aspects within the hotel operation
·  Manage and maintain a clean working environment
·  Ensure the reduction of food wastage
·  Assist the team with general food preparation
·  Ensure correct handling and storage of all food products 

What are we looking for?

·  Previous Apprentice chef or Commis chef experience
·  Confident communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences
·  Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills
·  Ability to work within a team
·  The flexibility and availability to work weekends on a rotating roster   

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

At Hilton we know that our Team Members are the reason behind our success so in turn we are committed to ensuring that Hilton is a workplace where you can Thrive and make time for what matters most. Over the past four years we have held our top spot as the #1 hospitality company in Australia as listed by the Great Places to Work institute and in 2024 Hilton ranked #2 across all industries. You can also look forward to receiving:

·  Competitive wages with higher penalty rates than industry average
·  Uniform laundered by the hotel
·  Team Meals provided on each shift
·  Worldwide travel discounts at unbelievable rates for you and your friends and family
·  25% off Food & Beverage in the hotel
·  Leadership training programs created in conjunction with Harvard Business School, to help further your career development
·  Employee Assistant Program & Mental Health Program