Commis Chef - FULL TIME

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Accor is hiring a full-time Commis Chef for Novotel Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, to support a busy kitchen with food production, storage and waste control, and to help supervise junior staff while upholding hygiene and safety standards. The role requires Commercial Cookery Cert III or IV, experience on pans and grills, knowledge of trends, a passion for local seasonal produce and the ability to thrive under pressure. Benefits include discounted rates, training and qualification opportunities, uniform and meals, and CSR involvement; Australian working rights and flexible rosters are essential, note that no sponsorship is available. To apply, tailor your resume to show certification, kitchen versatility and high-pressure success, and submit via the Accor careers site.

Company Description

Nestled amidst the beautiful Gold Coast beaches and thriving shopping, dining and nightlife of Australia’s Gold Coast, just 150 metres from beautiful Surfers Paradise beach, the hotel features 408 well-appointed rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, Restaurant, Blvd Café and bar, Pool Bar, tennis courts, gymnasium and games room. Novotel Surfers Paradise also has dedicated Conference & Events facilities catering for up to 500 guests.

Job Description

The role

We have a wonderful rare opportunity to join our Kitchen Brigade as a Full Time Commis Chef, you’ll be responsible for assisting in the effective operation of the Kitchen and working in a team to provide quality and a high level of service to guests while adhering to Kitchen policies and procedures.  

Now more than ever, its important you understand food hygiene and can stay up to date with our cleanliness standards. As well as growing and developing, we want YOU to have the passion to THRIVE in a fast paced Kitchen environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Food production in accordance with requirements whilst ensuring correct methods of cooking, consistency in product and quality
• Ensure the overall cleanliness and the health and safety & adhere to strcit food safety guidelines, follow GIA procedures for food waste.
• Responsible for proper storage, labelling and use of all food supplies to prevent unnecessary spoilage and to maintain cost control
• Assist in the supervision of junior kitchen staff by providing instruction of duties
• Be a positive team member with a "Can Do" attitude

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Commercial Cookery Qualification – Cert III or IV
• An experienced Chef with a creative flair and able to work across a la carte dining and functions and events
• Have previous experience working on pans and grill
• Sound knowledge of the latest trends in the industry 
• Familiar with Food Safety and WHS legislation
• A passion for locally sourced and seasonal produce
• Proven ability to work in a high pressure and fast-paced environment 
• Creative, eye for Detail and a Flair for Presentation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A desire to develop among a driven & professional team
• Ability to work autonomously on a section or within a fast-paced team
• Availability to work a flexible roster, including nights, week-ends and public holidays.
• Hold valid full working rights in Australia to be able to work a full-time roster (sorry no sponsorship available).

Additional Information

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Uniform provided and laundered
• Free staff duty meal

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. 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.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
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