Commis Chef Pastry

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Assist the Pastry Chef with large-scale production of desserts, pastries, and baked goods for outlets, conference & events, and room service
Prepare mise en place in line with daily production schedules, function sheets, and forecasted volumes
Follow established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards to ensure consistency across all hotel outlets
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food safety within the production kitchen at all times
Adhere strictly to food safety, hygiene, allergen management, and WHS requirements
Assist with stock rotation, labelling, storage, and temperature control in accordance with hotel standards
Ensure correct and safe use of kitchen equipment, reporting any maintenance issues promptly
Work effectively within a fast-paced, high-volume environment while meeting deadlines
Collaborate closely with the wider pastry and kitchen brigade to ensure smooth daily operations

Previous experience working in a pastry kitchen, ideally within a hotel or high-volume production environment. Minimum 1 year post qualification.
Basic experience in the preparation of pastries, desserts, and baked goods
Familiarity with large-scale production, batch cooking, or function/event preparation is highly regarded
Working knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management practices
Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and instructions accurately
Experience working within a structured kitchen brigade and under supervision
Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, weekends, and public holidays

Opportunity to work at an iconic Melbourne luxury hotel

•Career opportunities within the Accor network – local and international

•Be trained to be able to work as a chef in any high level establishment

•Convenient CBD location

•Staff discounts for Accor accommodation and F&B

•Hospitality Award rates of pay

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