At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team and whip up delicious dishes while learning from experienced chefs.
- Company: Rydges Pit Lane Hotel, part of a vibrant hospitality group with endless career opportunities.
- Benefits: 50% off dining and stays, $2 movie tickets, and rapid career growth.
- Other info: Enjoy perks from day one and contribute to positive community impact.
- Why this job: Be part of a fun, inclusive team and make every moment memorable for guests.
- Qualifications: 1+ years as a commis chef; passion for food and teamwork is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Rydges Pit Lane Hotel, Cnr Dukes Highway & Mallee Highway, Tailem Bend, South Australia, Australia
Posted Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 2:00 pm | Expires Saturday 12 September 2026 at 1:59 pm
Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels.
We're not just in the neighbourhood, we're part of it.
Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality.
From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and \"too easy\" service.
Whether it's for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new.
Join us to help make every moment memorable.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, Ly Lo, Independent Collection and Australia's most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo.
Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.
Once you're in, there's no limits on where your career could take you.
Skills & Experience
- 1+ years of experience as a commis chef working in hotels, restaurants or bistros.
- Experience working on different sections of the kitchen is ideal, but we can train you.
- Passion for cooking good food and working breakfast or dinner shifts.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and WH&S practices.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and follow kitchen procedures.
- Passion for food preparation and willingness to learn across all kitchen areas.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills with a professional attitude.
How You Work
- Daymaker ethos - no one's too big for the small things.
- Inclusive leader - values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
Perks from Day One
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels - QT, Rydges, Atura, Ly Lo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.
Rydges Pit Lane Hotel, Cnr Dukes Highway & Mallee Highway, Tailem Bend, South Australia, Australia
Commis Chef - Rydges Pit Lane in Tailem Bend employer: EVT Limited
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