Commis Chef | Banquets

Discover the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour.

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour welcomes guests into a world of luxury blending French Art de Vivre and local culture. The Flagship hotel boasts 590 rooms and suites, four vibrant bars and restaurants, a stunning, award winning outdoor infinity pool, state of the art gym overlooking the city skyline, exclusive top floor Executive Lounge and our well renowned luxurious spa.

Outstanding people make it all happen and we are committed to creating an energising, rewarding and exciting work environment. Become part of a culture that is dedicated to executing exceptional luxury experiences for our guests.

Benefits, Rewards, Motivations

• Industry benefits worldwide on accommodation, dining and lifestyle services.
• Access to daily discounted coffee and Ambassador dinning menu. 
• A unique training platform to enhance your skills and knowledge. 

• Demonstrate the “Passion for Excellence” through serving our guests with flair and professionalism, ensuring that their requests are quickly and efficiently achieved.
• Ensure all guests are provided with personalised service and that the “Essence of Pleasure” is achieved.
• Embody the art of French hospitality through a “can do” attitude.
• Perform tasks within a timely manner.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination.
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.
• Assist the Chef de Partie, Junior Sous, Sous, Executive Sous and Executive Chef while working within the Kitchen.
• Organise and operate a section of kitchen and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
• Knowledge of all basic cooking methods including preparation of meats, seafood, starch, fruits and vegetables, desserts.
• Preparing, cooking, and plating outlet or banquet menu items according to established recipes cards and Sofitel F&B Brand standards.
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.
• Awareness departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team.
• Assist Senior Chefs with menu preparation and ensure adequate supplies are available for service.
• Ensure that all service and brand standards are met while on shift.

• Qualification in Commercial Cookery.
• 1 year experience in similar role.
• Strong communication skills.
• Always displays a professional appearance, representing our Sofitel brand. 
• Ability to work a rotating roster including weekends & public holidays.
• A genuine passion for gastronomy and the art and flair for creating unique and memorable dining experiences.
• Working understanding of food safety standards and HACCP 
• Previous experience in high-volume kitchens.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

If you share our passion for hospitality, service excellence, innovation and drive, we would love to hear from you!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know. 

Please note that fulltime Australian Working Rights are required for this role.