Commis Chef - Qantas Lounges

At Accor our goal is that every person feels welcome and feels valued. We ensure that everyone can come as they are, and feel like they belong. As one big team, we know that only together can we do amazing things! The world is more welcoming when we’re connected heart to heart. How do we do it? We care, we dare, we place people at the heart of everything we do. 

Accor operates a selection of Qantas Lounges globally, bring our service passion and values to the aviation industry. Every day we connect with thousands of travelers as they adventure around Australia and the world. Qantas Lounges by Accor provides a relaxing start to a holiday, an efficient workspace between flights, and a welcoming pause on the way to anywhere. With a range of offerings from upscale to luxury, our Lounges receive rave reviews from both our customers and our team.

We are looking for Full Time - Commis Chef to join our fast pace working environment to provide high quality customer service to our guests at our Sydney International Lounges.

Our Commis Chefs provide service between our a la carte and buffet environments. All our roles are focused on exciting our guests with flair and enthusiasm and demonstrating a genuine passion for customer service and the kitchen. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will form a key part of a team who are responsible for providing high quality product to our lounge passengers.

What do you need?

Our Commis Chefs are required to have the ability to work a 24/7 rotating roster, have a minimum Cert IV cookery trade qualification, and the ability to pass a Federal Police Clearance to enable your work in the Airport. You must also have full Australian working rights to be considered for this role. 

Our successful new team member will have experience in hospitality. Ideally you will have experience in pans and larder operations, experience working in high pressure environments, and previous experience in a luxury 5-star environment is highly regarded, but not necessary. More importantly, you will have a genuine love of making others feel welcome, enjoy working as part of a team and wanting to come to work to have fun. As a world-leader in hospitality we can train and polish the skills needed to be exceptional.

Key responsibilities for the positions includes, assisting in the preparation of ingredients, which includes chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring food products. Executing cooking techniques and methods under the guidance of senior chefs. This can include grilling, frying, baking, sautéing, and more. Follow established recipes and instructions for the preparation and presentation of dishes. Assist in the assembly and plating of dishes, ensuring they meet the established standards for portion size and presentation. Follow kitchen safety rules and guidelines, including the safe use of kitchen equipment and handling of hot items.

• Trade qualification - Certificate IV in Cookery
• Previous experience in a luxury 5 star environment is desirable
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• MUST have full working rights within Australia 
• Ability to pass a federal police background security check 

Employee Benefits for your hard work! 

• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the working in the Aviation industry
• Great Staff Travel Benefits (T&C Apply)
• Access to staff duty-free store
• Free meal and coffee on shifts
• Hotel discounts (staff rates) at over 3000 hotels globally
• Partnership discounts with companies such as Europcar, Google, and more.

You will be engaged to work under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [MA000009]

Note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Federal Police check at their own cost via our ID system in order to gain ASIC certification.

If you would like to be a part of our team, please apply now. Please include in your application what position you are interested in!