Commis Chef | Banquets at Accor

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Skills, Hygiene Standards, Cross-contamination Control, Collaboration, Banquet Operations, Cooking Techniques, Plating, Recipe Adherence, Mise En Place, Food Presentation, Working Under Pressure, Communication Skills, Professional Presentation, Gastronomy

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Discover the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour welcomes guests into a world of luxury blending French Art de Vivre and local culture. The Flagship hotel boasts 590 rooms and suites, four vibrant bars and restaurants, a stunning, award winning outdoor infinity pool, state of the art gym overlooking the city skyline, exclusive top floor Executive Lounge and our well renowned luxurious spa. Outstanding people make it all happen and we are committed to creating an energising, rewarding and exciting work environment. Become part of a culture that is dedicated to executing exceptional luxury experiences for our guests. Inspiration, Recognition & Reward As a valued member of our team, you will be immersed in a world of exceptional privileges and bespoke rewards. Enjoy unparalleled access to exclusive industry benefits across a global portfolio of luxury accommodation, fine dining, and curated lifestyle experiences. Indulge in daily privileges such as artisan coffee at a preferred rate and a specially crafted Ambassador dining menu, designed to elevate your everyday. To support your continued growth, we offer a distinguished learning platform, an elegant fusion of expert knowledge and tailored development, ensuring you flourish in a culture that celebrates excellence, sophistication, and personal ambition. Job Description Join our talented Banquets Culinary team as a Commis Chef, where you’ll play a key role in crafting exceptional dining experiences for events of all sizes. From elegant corporate functions to grand celebrations, you’ll bring creativity, precision, and a passion for luxury hospitality to every plate. This is your opportunity to learn from an experienced brigade, refine your culinary skills, and contribute to unforgettable moments in true Sofitel style. Maintain immaculate workstations, upholding the highest hygiene standards and ensuring zero cross-contamination. Collaborate effortlessly with all departments, building strong, positive working relationships. Support the Chef de Partie and senior chefs across all banquet operations while developing your culinary skills. Operate your allocated section with pride, ensuring smooth, productive service for large-scale events. Demonstrate solid knowledge of fundamental cooking techniques across meats, seafood, vegetables, starches, and desserts. Prepare, cook, and plate banquet menu items to perfection, following recipe cards and Sofitel brand standards every time. Report any maintenance, hygiene, or safety concerns promptly. Stay aware of departmental goals and contribute actively to team success. Assist senior chefs with banquet menu prep and ensure mise en place levels are always ready for service. Uphold all brand, service, and food presentation standards throughout every shift. Qualifications Certificate in Commercial Cookery. Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar kitchen role (banquets experience highly regarded). Strong communication skills and a polished, professional presentation aligned with the Sofitel brand. Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. Genuine passion for gastronomy and crafting memorable culinary moments for large-scale events. Experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with grace and composure. Additional Information If you share our passion for hospitality, service excellence, innovation and drive, we would love to hear from you! Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know. Please note that full Australian Working Rights are required for this role and that the hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Australian working rights. Job-Category: Culinary Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Commis Chef will support the Banquets Culinary team by maintaining immaculate workstations, collaborating with other departments, and assisting senior chefs across all banquet operations. Key duties include preparing, cooking, and plating menu items to Sofitel brand standards while demonstrating knowledge of fundamental cooking techniques.