Commis Chef

Role summary

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The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining clean, organised work areas. Typical requirements include commercial cookery training or relevant kitchen experience, food-safety knowledge, good teamwork and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently in a busy hotel environment, maintain consistent quality and presentation, follow hygiene and workplace-safety standards, and assist across different sections when required. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. A positive attitude, willingness to learn and reliable attendance are highly valued.

About the employer

W Brisbane is a luxury lifestyle hotel operated by Marriott International under the W Hotels brand. Located in Brisbane’s central business district, the property combines contemporary design, restaurants and bars, event facilities, guest rooms and distinctive W Hotels service. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a global portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous brands and destinations. W Hotels focuses on energetic, design-led experiences, creative dining, music and personalised service. Employees typically work in a diverse, guest-focused environment with access to structured training, career development and potential opportunities across Marriott properties worldwide. At W Brisbane, culinary team members contribute to hotel restaurants, functions, room service and special events while maintaining Marriott’s standards for food quality, presentation, safety and service.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island continent with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, healthcare, construction, technology and agriculture. Major cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth offer hotels, restaurants and resorts, while regional and coastal areas provide seasonal tourism work. Australian culture is generally informal, multicultural and outdoors-oriented, with beaches, national parks, sport and a relaxed social lifestyle. Living costs can be high, particularly for rent in major cities, so budgeting is important. Most overseas workers need a visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or student visa with work rights; eligibility depends on nationality, occupation and experience. Applicants should check official Australian Department of Home Affairs requirements before travelling. Relocation usually involves arranging accommodation, tax and banking details, health insurance, transport and a Tax File Number. Brisbane has a warm climate, public transport and access to Queensland’s beaches and attractions.