Hotel Chefs – Multiple Positions Available

Nestled right opposite the scenic Albert Park Lake with stunning views of Melbourne’s skyline, Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park offers an unparalleled environment for both leisure and business travellers. Our dual-branded hotel features 378 stylish rooms, a vibrant restaurant and bar, plus top-tier wellness amenities including a pool and a gym. We also host one of the largest conference centres in Melbourne, with 32 versatile event spaces that create the perfect setting for meetings, celebrations, and everything in between. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Come make an impact with us!

Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is part of the Accor group. Accor is Australia’s largest hotel network with 50+ brands, 5100+ hotels operating in 110 countries. 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.

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IMPORTANT: Please specify which role you are interested in when applying:

• Full-time Commis Chef
• Part-time Commis Chef
• Part-time Demi Chef - Banquets

Please indicate your preferred role either in your cover letter or in the message section of your application.

From large-scale conferences to gala dinners and weddings, our culinary team at Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park delivers high-volume, high-standard banqueting with precision, consistency and pride.

We are currently seeking Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs to join our Kitchen team, with multiple positions available.

About the roles:

These roles suit chefs who enjoy the pace of a busy kitchen, work well as part of a team, and take pride in delivering consistent quality at scale. Banqueting experience will be highly regarded, particularly for Demi Chef applicants.

Depending on your level and experience, you may be responsible for:

• Daily food preparation and production in line with hotel recipes and standards
• Assist with the food preparation and production for breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service, banqueting and buffet service
• Supporting service across our different F&B outlets, conferences and events 
• Maintaining food quality, presentation and portion control
• Adhering to HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Assisting with stock control and kitchen organisation
• Working collaboratively with the wider Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams
• Demi Chefs will also be expected to demonstrate stronger technical skills, efficiency during service, and the ability to support and guide junior team members when required. 

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen (hotel or high-volume environment preferred).
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight service deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Relevant trade qualification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Food Safety Certificate is essential.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster, including morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts.
• Australian working rights and current Australian location

For Demi Chefs, we are expecting stronger technical skills, efficiency during service, and the ability to support and guide junior team members when required. Banqueting experience will be highly regarded.
 

Benefits and Perks:

• Enjoy exclusive Accor discounts and global benefits, including but not limited to accommodation and food & beverage discounts for you, your family and friends.
• Access to Accor Partner Benefits such as Europcar.
• Discounted onsite car park available.
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Inclusive and diverse environment.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Excellent opportunity to further grow and develop your career with an industry leader
• Reward and recognition programs, including Annual Service Recognition and Accor Tenure Milestone recognition
• Mentoring and career development along-side experienced and dedicated professionals.

Apply today to start a conversation and see where your Accor career can take you!

***We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, so Australian working rights are required.