At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in preparing dishes and learn from experienced chefs in a vibrant kitchen.
- Company: Join a proud Australian, family-owned company focused on creating a home away from home.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, paid birthday leave, and discounts for family stays.
- Other info: Work in a recently refurbished restaurant with opportunities for career development.
- Why this job: Perfect entry-level role for cooking enthusiasts eager to grow in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for cooking; experience preferred but training available for the right candidate.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Our company Travellers is a proud Australian, family-owned company, driven by a mission to create best-in-class ‘home away from home’ accommodation for our guests. We are looking for a motivated Commis Chef to join our team on a permanent part-time basis at Best Western Olde Maritime, 110 Merri Street, Warrnambool, VIC — a well-established property at the western end of the Great Ocean Road, beside Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. You’ll be working in the kitchen of the recently refurbished Clovelly Restaurant & Bar, open seven days for breakfast and dinner and consistently rated among Warrnambool’s top restaurants.
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 pay you’ll be happy to talk about
- Quarterly incentive bonus — because hard work should pay off
- Permanent part-time position with regular hours and pro-rata paid leave
- Paid birthday leave
- Fully employer-paid Health & Wellbeing program covering you and your immediate family
- Discounted stays for you and your family across the entire Travellers Group portfolio of properties — perfect for weekend escapes
- A team that genuinely backs your growth, has your back and celebrates your wins
- A busy, recently refurbished restaurant serving breakfast and dinner seven days
- Experience preferred, but we’re open to training the right person
Key responsibilities
- 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 and ensure 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
Our team lives the Travellers Group Core Values — Guest Obsessed, Empowering Our People, Innovation, Pride, Data-Driven Decisions, Hungry and Humble, Authenticity and Integrity.
Permanent Part-Time Commis Chef – Warrnambool employer: Travellers Group
At H2O Restaurant & Bar, part of the family-owned Travellers Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and creative work environment where culinary passion thrives. Located in the picturesque Bundaberg, our team enjoys the unique opportunity to work with fresh, quality ingredients while contributing to menu innovation and mentoring the next generation of chefs. Join us for a rewarding career that values genuine cooking, teamwork, and personal growth in a stunning riverside setting.
