Bring your passion for food to the Geelong Waterfront!

At Novotel Geelong, we're serving up more than just great plates - we're creating memorable dining experiences for our guests everyday. We're on the hunt for a casual Commis Chef for our vibrant kitchen team. You will be supported to sharpen your skills, learn from talented chefs and grow your career in a fun, fast paced and award-winning hotel team!

About Us:

Novotel Geelong isn’t just a hotel – we’re the heart of the waterfront. With stunning bay views, incredible service, and a team that feels more like family. We blend professionalism with personality and Heart! As part of the Accor global network, we bring the best of both worlds: international standards and local personality. Whether it’s for a weekend getaway, a business conference, or a long-awaited holiday, guests come here to relax, recharge, and connect.

Job Description:

As Commis Chef, you'llp lay a hands-on role in preparing fresh, high-quality dishes that showcase Geelong's best produce. Working closely with the kitchen leaders, you'll rotate through different sections of the kitchen, learning new techniques, and support the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Responsibilities include:

Work with and coordinate the preparation and production of food as required

Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair

Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage, whereby you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining stock control procedures

Keep all working areas clean and tidy - ensuring all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned

Assist with the implementation and maintenance of programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets

Assist with ordering necessary food items according to business needs and demands.

About You:

Experience as a Commis chef within a fast pace, dynamic environment

A certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Advanced communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent organisational skills & grooming standards

Understanding of and the ability to maintain food safety standards and HACCP

Customer service driven and have the capacity to multitask

Available to work varied shifts, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

What's in it for You?:

Worldwide discounts on accommodation, dining, and more

A supportive, dynamic work culture that encourages innovation

Opportunities for global career progression with Accor

Ability to make a difference through our community contributions. Get paid to Volunteer!

Bayside views and beachside vibes every day.

Start or grow your career with Novotel Geelong – where you can truly be yourself and belong to something bigger. Apply Now!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.