Job Description:
Our esteemed fine dining establishment is seeking a skilled Commis Chef to join our Grill Section. Inspired by Sydney's iconic fire-driven kitchens, we specialize in precision live-fire cooking, showcasing ethically sourced dry-aged beef, line-caught seafood, and seasonal produce.
We are looking for a culinary passionate, resilient, and detail-obsessed Commis Chef eager to learn the art of live-fire cooking and master the handling of premium proteins in a demanding environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Under guidance, trim, portion and tie dry-aged ribeye, Wagyu, lamb racks and poultry Supremes for maximum yield.
* Mix and apply marinades, dry rubs, brines and compound butters, prep charred vegetables, skewers, béarnaise, chimichurri, crispy shallots and micro-herb garnishes.
* Source and stack charcoal/wood, light and bank fires, manage ash and tools; label, FIFO-store proteins at correct temps.
* Retrieve proteins to order, pat dry, temper; monitor grill zones with infrared probe, adjust coals/wood for target temps; sear, render fat caps, baste with butter/herbs, track core temps and resting times.
* Grill sides—leeks, asparagus, mushrooms—on plancha; plate on hot dishes, preserving sear marks, applying finishing salt, oils or micro herbs exactly as directed.
* Clean-as-you-go scrape, brush and oil grates continuously; empty fat traps and ash bins safely; deep-clean grills, Plancha's, salamanders weekly.
Qualifications & Skills Required:
* _certificate III Commercial Cookery or equivalent;
* proven knife skills and live-fire passion.
* Physical stamina for long, hot shifts; meticulous portioning, trimming and plating precision.
* Fast, calm service pace; impeccable hygiene; punctual, reliable, clear English.
* Minimum 1-year relevant work experience (even short-term/stage) in a high-volume, high-quality grill restaurant.
Benefits:
* Traineeships available for right candidate with less than 1 year experience.
* Sponsorship available for right candidate.
Others:
Please submit your detailed CV and a compelling cover letter specifically addressing your passion for grilling and fine dining, mentioning your understanding of the fine dining restaurants and their grill philosophies.