Commis Chef (Dinner) | Part Time | Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong

Truly unforgettable dining experiences aren’t just created with delicious food, but with passion, creativity, and attention to detail. That’s why we’re seeking Commis Chefs who are eager to craft exceptional dishes, work seamlessly with the team, and contribute to a kitchen that delivers culinary excellence. From preparing fresh ingredients to executing mouthwatering plates, your role will be essential in creating lasting memories for our guests.

What’s the job?

If you’re keen to create different styles of cuisine, learn tricks of the trade and work with a tight-knit, creative team – then this role is the next step in your culinary career.  On the daily there will be variety as you’ll prepare an array of dishes catering for the restaurant, room service and banquets. Your culinary passion and creativity will flow through into your presentation, and you’ll pride yourself on delivering a fantastic culinary experience for guests, with an emphasis on maintaining hygienic standards and consistency.

Your day- to- day

• Prepare and produce high quality food, according to standard recipes
• Work closely with the Front of House team to deliver the guest experience
• Be flexible knowing you will be catering for the restaurant as it serves a full buffet breakfast and all day in-room dining, against a bespoke a la carte dinner; while at the same time, ensuring our conference guests receive high quality working meals to fuel their day
• Demonstrate a sound awareness of Crisis Management, HACCP & WH&S policies and procedures. This includes accurate record keeping for HACCP
• Support your team in delivering the highest level of guest satisfaction

What we need from you

As the successful applicant you will require:

• Certificate in Cookery (Certificate III or equivalent), HACCP & local Food Safety Handling & Hygiene 
• 6-12 months experience in a commercial kitchen with a passion for culinary arts
• Ability to work productively and safely at all times with a focus on quality control 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster – weekend and public holiday shifts are all part of the job

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.