Commis Chef

“Hospitality is a work of Heart” at Novotel Brisbane South Bank. Everything we do, we do to help our guests and our people feel welcome and feel valued to give them the best experience possible.

There is an exciting opportunity for a talented Commis Chef who shares our passion for great cuisine and quality. This is a rare opportunity for an upcoming industry professional to join our award-winning kitchen brigade on a Full-Time basis.

By joining the team, you will unleash a huge array of great employee benefits. #WeAreHeartists

You will have the opportunity to build your own skills and expertise to reach your personal and career goals.

In this role you will:

Under the supervision of the Executive Chef and senior chefs:

• To prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained
• The preparation of mis en place as required
• Check that all cooked and pre-cooked foods are properly stored.
• Liaise with the restaurant team regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes
• To keep all working areas clean and tidy.  Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.  Report any problems to the Executive Chef.
• Ensuring Work, Health and Safety procedures are observed to ensure your team’s and guests safety
• To ensure our Heartiest Culture is at the forefront of our actions 

We are looking for:

• A genuine passion for cuisine and cooking with a creative flair
• Previous experience in similar roles within an a la carte environment
• An interest to learn and develop your career with industry professionals
• Trade qualifications with previous experience an advantage
• Working understanding of food safety standards and HACCP.
• A high standard of hygiene, grooming and presentation
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
• Flexibility regarding your work availability is essential, as we operate 7 days a week, including public holidays

What is in it for you?

• Join an award-winning team that thinks outside the box!
• Flexibility
• Fun and friendly work environment. We have an 8.2/10 employee satisfaction score!
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Learn Your Way Academie
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

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/ 

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS