Commis Chef

About the role

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach, a luxury hotel in Broadbeach with 296 rooms and suites, two bars, a signature restaurant and ten event spaces, is looking for a Commis Chef. You will help prepare and present menu items with precision and creativity, supporting the kitchen team to deliver a seamless dining experience.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items with precision, creativity and consistency, maintaining the hotel's culinary standards.
• Assist with daily mise en place so ingredients and kitchen sections are ready for service.
• Maintain food presentation, portion control and quality within specified cost margins.
• Work efficiently during busy service periods, staying calm and detailed under pressure.
• Follow stock rotation procedures such as FIFO and help reduce waste.
• Keep kitchens clean, sanitised and organised according to HACCP principles and food safety requirements.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties and the wider Food & Beverage team.
• Support apprentices and junior team members, and take part in briefings, training and development.
• Follow workplace health and safety and food safety procedures, reporting hazards promptly.

Required profile

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Genuine passion for food and culinary creativity.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen under pressure.
• Flexible to work days, evenings, weekends and public holidays, including a seven-day operation.
• Own Australian-standard safety work boots and chef hat or hair covering.
• Full Australian working rights are required.

Required skills

• Kitchen hygiene, food safety and stock rotation (FIFO).
• Safe work practices.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package with comprehensive benefits.
• Daily complimentary lunch, dry cleaning and on-site secure parking.
• Work anniversary stay and breakfast for two, plus a paid day off on your birthday.
• Discounts on accommodation, dining and lifestyle experiences across Accor's portfolio.
• Ongoing culinary training, mentoring and career development.