Casual Commis Chef – Yallungah Boutique Hotel, Orange, NSW

Our Company

Travellers is a proud Australian, family-owned company. Our industry-leading team is driven by a mission to create experiences that go beyond mere lodging and offer best-in class ‘home away from home’ accommodation for our guests.

We are looking for a motivated Commis Chef to join our team at our newly opened Yallungah Boutique Hotel property located at 62 Byng Street, Orange, NSW. A one-of-a-kind destination for leisure and corporate guests, Yallungah fuses contemporary art and striking design in a beautifully restored heritage homestead.

Casual Commis Chef Role Overview

The Commis Chef will assist in the preparation of dishes, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals passionate about cooking and eager to learn from experienced chefs.

Why you’ll love working for us:

Competitive hourly rate with a cash payment incentive scheme and a fantastic work environment
Newly renovated upscale property nestled in a beautifully restored 19th-century homestead
Experience preferred, but open to training for the right person
Be part of our foundation team with our hotel recently opening

Key Responsibilities

Operational

Assist in preparing ingredients, including washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables, and seasoning meats.
Perform basic cooking tasks under the supervision of senior chefs, such as grilling, frying, and baking.
Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, including washing dishes, cleaning workstations, and ensuring hygiene standards are met.
Help with receiving deliveries, organising stock, and taking inventory.
Rotate through different kitchen stations to gain experience and learn various cooking techniques.
Assist in plating and presenting dishes according to the chef’s instructions.

Guests

In collaboration with General Manager and Team Members, implement strategies to enhance guest service standards which meet/ exceed the expectations of guests

Other Key Skills & Attributes

Represent the company in a positive manner ensuring attitude and communication towards all key stakeholders is reflective of the Travellers Group Core Values – Guest Obsessed, Empowering Our People, Innovation, Pride, Data-Driven Decisions, Hungry and Humble, Authenticity and Integrity
Embrace the knowledge-share culture of the team ensuring all methods, reports, and data accessed and generated are stored correctly and are readily available for shared use within the property
Ensure that all Occupational Health and Safety requirements for the company are met within the property; report any workplace hazards and support the company in its endeavour to provide a safe workplace
Complete to the best of your ability any additional tasks within reason as provided by your immediate manager or delegate
Participate/engage in industry events and maintain relevant market knowledge