Commis Chef - Pastry

About Pullman East Melbourne

Situated beside the Fitzroy Gardens and a brief walk from the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Pullman East Melbourne is revered as one of Melbourne’s premier hotels, esteemed for delivering exceptional accommodation and service to business travelers, tourists, and sports enthusiasts. The hotel boasts 419 freshly renovated rooms that provide guests with a luxurious stay, complemented by dedicated staff who create memorable experiences through exceptional care. Facilities include Cliveden Bar & Dining, extensive conference and event venues, an Executive Lounge, swimming pool, and health club.

Role Overview

We are seeking a committed and meticulous Commis Chef specializing in pastry to join our esteemed pastry team in a five-star environment. This full-time position begins with a focus on early morning breakfast service, which is vital for guest satisfaction. During the initial 3 to 4 months, you will engage in a fixed early morning breakfast schedule to hone skills in precision and consistency within a busy, high-standard hospitality setting. Subsequent to this period, you’ll receive structured cross-training across all pastry department areas, gaining experience in à la carte desserts, banquet pastries, and specialty production to support career advancement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake high-quality breakfast pastries adhering to five-star brand presentation and standards.
• Manage the setup, presentation, and continuous upkeep of the breakfast buffet at Cliveden Restaurant.
• Organize and execute breakfast buffet operations for prestigious banquets and special occasions.
• Prepare and oversee gluten-free breakfast sections with strict compliance to food safety protocols.
• Ensure impeccable buffet presentation throughout service, including timely replenishment and backup baking.
• Craft refined à la carte desserts focused on detail and consistent quality.
• Support daily pastry mise en place tasks for both restaurant and banquet service.
• Assist with making premium cakes, desserts, pastries, bakery products including dough preparation, creams, fillings, and components.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization.
• Work collaboratively within the pastry team, maintain clear communication with senior chefs, and foster a culture of excellence.
• Participate in inventory control, stock rotation, and efforts to minimize wastage.

Candidate Profile

• Preferred qualification: Certificate III in Patisserie or an equivalent credential.
• Experience in pastry kitchens, ideally within hotels or fine-dining establishments.
• Possesses fundamental skills in classical and contemporary pastry-making techniques including baking, shaping, and chocolate tempering.
• Exhibits keen attention to detail and a strong sense of elegant presentation.
• Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for luxury pastry arts and craftsmanship.
• Strong work ethic coupled with a drive for ongoing personal and professional development.
• Professional demeanor, reliable, and able to excel in a high-achieving team environment.

Roster Requirements

• Flexibility to work a rotating roster across seven days, including early mornings, late shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Additional Benefits and Information

• Enjoy on-site discounted car parking and exclusive food and beverage offers, making the workplace affordable and rewarding.
• Access special global privileges including discounted room rates and staff benefits at Accor hotels worldwide, ideal for leisure travel.
• Benefit from comprehensive career growth opportunities with world-class training and chances to advance within Accor's international network.