Commis Chef - Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

Accor Hotels is the world’s largest and fastest-growing hotel group with a network of more than 4000 properties in over 90 countries.  We offer exceptional opportunities for career development & an exciting suite of Benefits! 

Centrally located in the heart of Darling Harbour, Novotel & ibis Sydney Darling Harbour includes not 1 but 2 of Sydney's most popular Hotels. Surrounded by an array of tourist attractions, restaurants and bars, Novotel & ibis are renowned for quality, simplicity and value for money with over 750+ rooms and the award-winning Ternary restaurant boasting spectacular views of Darling Harbour and the Sydney CBD, 

We are seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen brigade and work alongside our incredible high-performing team.

To be successful in this role you should: 

• Food preparation for breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service, functions and buffet service.   

• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards.   

• Prepare and ensure availability of mis en place as required. 

• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained. 

• Keep all working areas clean and tidy.  Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.  Report any problems to the Executive Chef. 

• Organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.  

• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards. 

• Check all food is stored and handled correctly as per current food health and hygiene regulations. 

• Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance. 

• Assist and liaise with chef on duty as required. 

Your experience and skills include:

• Trade qualifications. 

• Previous experience in the hotel industry.  

• Knowledge of food safety requirements. 

• Service oriented with an eye for detail. 

• Multicultural awareness and able to work with people from diverse cultures.  

• Ability to work independently and demonstrated initiative in a dynamic environment. 

• Self-motivated and energetic. 

• Strong focus and passion for hotel operations 

• Confident and articulate communication, negotiation, relationship and networking skills 

• Time management skills with the ability to multitask  

• Strong personal integrity 

• Entrepreneurial spirit with drive, ambition and high level of energy 

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with all levels of team members 

• Flexible and able to embrace and respond effectively to change 

Benefits include: 

• Work with an experienced Director of Culinary to help your growth and career progress further.
• Discounted accommodation & Food and Beverage in Accor hotels worldwide.
• Breathtaking environment to work in lovely Darling Harbour area.
• Annual Service Recognition, Accor Tenure Milestone recognition, Accor paid parental leave, EAP and much more Accor Partner Benefits.