Demi Chef - Palomar

Studio Paskin - the team behind some of London’s most iconic hospitality venues has landed in Sydney, and they’ve made their mark in Paddington with Palomar Sydney. This wasn’t just another opening; it’s a world-class dining experience that’s already earned a Chef’s Hat and is powered by an incredible team of talent.  

Palomar Sydney celebrates the bold, vibrant flavours of Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Levant. Enter the venue to an open kitchen built around a wood-fire grill, seasonal menus, and locally sourced ingredients from small growers and artisans – all brought to life by chefs and hospitality professionals at the top of their game. 

COME AS YOU ARE & ROCK OUR KITCHEN … 

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Demi Chef to join our team. Following our debut in Spring, we’re building a team who will take pride in creating amazing dishes across our venues. We believe that food is more than sustenance—it's a story, an experience, and a celebration. Take pride in putting care into every plate and create experiences that bring our guests back time and time again.   

This is your daily contribution to turn our culinary experience into something exceptional ...

• Run your section smoothly during prep and service, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish; 

• Maintain high standards of food presentation, cleanliness, and organisation; 

• Support junior chefs, sharing your knowledge and helping each other grow; 

• Follow recipes and plating guides while also bringing your own flair to the kitchen; 

• Work efficiently to meet prep schedules, service times, and reduce food waste; 

• Uphold food hygiene and safety standards at all times; 

• Communicate clearly with the team to keep service flowing seamlessly; 

• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and supportive kitchen culture.  

We are looking for you – with personality and that certain something …

• You have at least 1 year of experience in a Commis Chef role within a hotel operation or independent venue;

• You are a natural team player who can motivate others and take direction with a positive attitude;
• You are passionate about food, bold flavours, and delivering consistently excellent dishes;
• You bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to cleanliness;
• You understand the balance of creativity and discipline required in a professional kitchen;
• You communicate clearly and work well with both back and front-of-house teams;
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and keep a cool head during busy services.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand;
• Get to know our 25hours hotels and stay for free for a maximum of 10 nights per year as an employee;
• Take advantage of being part of Ennismore and get generous discounts when visiting our bars and restaurants as well as booking hotel rooms all over the world;
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding;
• Access to Accor's ALL Heartists program, offering exclusive discounts, offers, and experiences at Accor hotels and partner locations;
• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.