Commis Chef Part Time

Role summary

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The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining clean, organised work areas. Applicants should have a genuine interest in hospitality, basic food-preparation knowledge, strong hygiene awareness and the ability to follow recipes and instructions. Previous commercial-kitchen experience or hospitality training is helpful but may not be essential. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently during busy service periods, communicate well with chefs and colleagues, follow food-safety and workplace-health requirements, and maintain consistent quality. This part-time role may involve flexible shifts, including weekends, evenings and public holidays. Reliability, teamwork, a positive attitude and willingness to learn are important.

About the employer

Sheraton Melbourne Hotel is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, operating thousands of properties across numerous countries and territories. Sheraton hotels are designed as welcoming gathering places for business travellers, leisure guests and local communities. The Melbourne property provides accommodation, dining, meetings and events, supported by teams across food and beverage, culinary services, housekeeping, guest services and administration. Marriott places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, professional development, inclusion and responsible business practices. Employees may access structured training, international career opportunities and benefits that vary by employment status and location. In a Commis Chef position, staff work within the hotel’s kitchen operation and contribute to consistent food quality, safe preparation and smooth service for restaurant, banquet and other hotel outlets.

Working in Australia

Australia is an island nation with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, healthcare, construction, technology, education and skilled trades. Melbourne offers a diverse, multicultural lifestyle, excellent cafés and restaurants, arts, sport and reliable public transport, although housing and living costs can be high. Australian workplaces generally value punctuality, teamwork, direct communication and workplace safety. International applicants need a visa allowing work; common options include Working Holiday, Work and Holiday, student, skilled and employer-sponsored visas, depending on nationality, age, qualifications and occupation. Employers must confirm work rights before hiring. Relocating usually involves arranging accommodation, a tax file number, bank account, health insurance where required and adequate savings. Melbourne has variable weather, so suitable clothing is useful. Australia’s regional areas may offer different visa pathways and seasonal hospitality opportunities, while major cities provide broader year-round employment.