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Commis Chef
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation. Candidates are expected to have a genuine interest in cooking, willingness to learn, good organisation and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is helpful, although entry-level applicants with the right attitude may be considered. The role requires teamwork, reliability, attention to detail and compliance with food safety procedures. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is generally expected in a hotel kitchen.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Novotel Melbourne Airport
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across many countries. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Novotel, ibis, Mercure, Sofitel, Pullman and Fairmont. Accor focuses on accommodation, food and beverage, conferences, events and guest experiences, with opportunities ranging from entry-level hospitality roles to senior management. Novotel Melbourne Airport is located close to Melbourne Airport and serves business travellers, tourists, airline passengers and local guests. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, meeting and event facilities, requiring coordinated teams across front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, kitchen operations and maintenance. Accor promotes professional development, workplace diversity and service excellence. Employees may also benefit from international career opportunities and staff travel or accommodation programs, depending on eligibility and local employment conditions.