Fast paced, rewarding work environment
Supports a positive work-life balance with no split shifts or excessive hours!
The opportunity to learn multiple aspects of large banqueting operations
The Organisation
Owned and operated by Adelaide Venue Management (AVM), the world-class Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC) offers a recently renovated, state-of-the-art kitchen—considered one of the best equipped in the country—along with the opportunity to produce innovative cuisine for some the largest events in South Australia.
The Role
Due to a recent promotion and team expansion, a new opportunity has become available for a suitably qualified Commis Chef to join our dedicated and highly skilled in-house pastry team at the Adelaide Convention Centre. Reporting to the Sous Chef, Pastry, this position involves assisting in menu creation, preparation, and service as well as coaching junior staff. This role will suit a creative, passionate, and upbeat career-chef, who thrives in a high volume, quality-driven environment.
Culture & Benefits
Full time salaried position – $70K fully inclusive package
Fast paced, rewarding work environment
Supports a positive work-life balance with no split shifts or excessive hours!
Uniforms supplied and laundered at no cost to you
Discounted car parking
Convenient CBD location, close to public transport
The opportunity to learn multiple aspects of large banqueting operations.
Opportunity to be at the forefront of producing creative and innovative cuisine for the biggest and best events in South Australia
About you
Ambitions and looking for that next step in your culinary career.
Proven ability to positively influence and supervise others to high levels of performance.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals.
Ability to give clear and precise direction to others.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Outstanding attention to detail through the delivery of excellent customer service.
Innovative and a forward thinker.
Ability to work across a 24/7 Roster.
Willingness to learn and adapt to all areas (i.e. hot, cold larder, pastry)
Fully qualified having completed a recognised Apprenticeship in Commercial Cookery and relevant post trade experience or demonstrated experience in line with position requirements.
For more specific details of the position requirements and selection criteria and general information on the benefits of working for Adelaide Venue Management, please take the time to have a good look around our website (the Position Description is embedded within the advert on this site).
Applications, including a brief cover letter and up to date resume, may only be submitted , addressed to June Suwanvisan, Talent Coordinator.
Applications will close at 11.30pm (Adelaide time) on Sunday 16 August 2026, or earlier should a suitable right-fit candidate be identified - so please don't delay if interested.
