Commis Chef (Full Time)

Commis Chef (Full Time) | Mercure Gold Coast Resort

A 292-room hotel, spanning over 3.5 hectares of manicured gardens with significant food & beverage operations, two resort pools and extensive conference facilities, Mercure Gold Coast Resort is an oasis located amongst expansive gardens on the Gold Coast. 

This role will work predominantly breakfast shifts, servicing our buffet and a la carte breakfast plus lunch service.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Preparing and serving food for our breakfast buffet, ensuring freshness and quality are front of mind.
• Contributing to ideas to keep the offering varied and exciting for our guests.
• Prepare mis-en place as required.
• Ensure consistent great food production, in line with the high-quality standards set by the Resort.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage and assist with ordering necessary food items.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure all equipment is maintained.

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Trade qualified (minimum Certificate III Commercial Cookery).
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment preferred; as to, an understanding of food safety requirements.
• A genuine passion for food and displaying very high standards of production and presentation.
• A working understanding of and the ability to maintain food safety standards.
• Excellent communication skills and a high standard of grooming and personal presentation.
• The capacity to multi-task and cope well under pressure.
• While predominantly focused on breakfast, you have the flexibility to work a 7-day roster, with an availability to work varied shifts from early mornings, late evenings, including weekends and Public Holidays as per our business demands.
• A reliable colleague who genuinely enjoys those early morning starts!
• Unlimited work rights in Australia. The Resort is unable to offer Sponsorship for this position.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

• Wages paid in line with the Hospitality Industry General Award 2020) including penalty rates + Superannuation.
• Daily meals provided on shift and free car parking.
• Employee benefits within the exclusive ALL Heartists Program, with worldwide discounts on accommodation and food & beverage, and Family & Friends discounts for those who mean the most to you.
• Endless opportunities to build your skills and expertise to help reach your career potential and personal goals, supported by the Accor Academy and extensive Learning Management Systems such as Learn Your Way and Typsy.
• Internal recognition events such as tenure milestones.
• Employee Assistance Program.

And most excitingly, this a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic and fun Resort environment with a supportive team and a proven history of developing their people. This is a fantastic opening for someone who is looking to grow within the world of Hotel and Resorts and expand their knowledge.