Company Description
Accor is the world’s largest and fastest-growing hotel group with a network of more than 5,000 properties in over 90 countries. We are far more than a worldwide leader. Globally, we are more than 260,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do and nurturing real passion for service and achievement beyond limits.
Mercure Newcastle offers the best location Newcastle has to offer. Jaw dropping coastline, the vibrant foreshore, exciting nightlife, and beautiful beaches worth dipping your toes in to are just some of the many charms of this coastal city. Newcastle is the gateway to both the magical Hunter Valley Wine Region and the Lake Macquarie area, providing a convenient location to base yourself during your NSW adventures.
Mercure Newcastle offers 131 guest rooms, 4 conference rooms and a restaurant and bar catering to a wide range of travelers.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Full Time Commis Chef to join the professional and dynamic kitchen team. As a Commis Chef you will get to work within a dynamic hotel F&B operation across breakfast, lunch & dinner, helping to create memorable culinary moments for our guests.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
- Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
- Keep all working areas clean and tidy including washing dishes and kitchen cleaning. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned. Report any problems to the Head Chef
Qualifications
To be successful in this role you should demonstrate:
- Trade qualification and experience in a similar role, preferably within a hotel or restaurant environment
- Excellent technical knowledge with experience in a variety of cooking techniques and styles.
- Exemplary communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to maintain high and consistent standards.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain food safety standards and understanding of HACCP
- Availability to work across a 7 day rotating roster including mornings, evenings and weekends.
Additional Information
What’s in it for you
- An opportunity to Work Your Way, Learn Your Way and experience Benefits Your Way at Accor
- Ability to really contribute and feel pride in knowing you have made a difference to the greater good of the Hotel Operation
- Work alongside passionate industry professionals
- Be mentored by experienced Accor Hospitality professionals who want to see you succeed!
