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Commis Chef
Role summary
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The Commis Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, basic cooking, plating, stock rotation and maintaining clean, safe work areas. Candidates should have a genuine interest in cooking, good hygiene awareness and the ability to follow recipes, food-safety procedures and instructions accurately. Previous kitchen, hospitality or culinary training is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires teamwork, reliability, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, is expected. The successful candidate should be physically capable of standing for extended periods, keen to learn and committed to delivering consistent food quality and excellent guest experiences.
Can I work in Australia?
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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 Accor
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced apartments across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Fairmont, Raffles and Mövenpick. Accor employs people across hotel operations, food and beverage, housekeeping, events, sales and corporate support. The company promotes service excellence, professional development and a diverse, inclusive workplace. In Australia, Accor properties range from city hotels and conference venues to resorts and luxury establishments. A Commis Chef joining Accor can gain practical experience in professional kitchens, learn from experienced chefs and potentially progress to Chef de Partie, Sous Chef and more senior culinary roles. Conditions and benefits vary by property and employment agreement.