Showcase your passion. Craft quality dishes. Make every plate count.
If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, take pride in delivering quality food and enjoy working as part of an energetic team, Panthers Penrith wants you in Kelly’s Kitchen!
About The Opportunity
As a Commis Chef, you’ll play an important role in the fast-paced Kelly’s Kitchen team, preparing and presenting quality dishes while maintaining high food safety and presentation standards.
Reporting to the Outlet Sous Chef, you’ll work alongside an energetic and supportive team to keep the kitchen running smoothly. You’ll bring passion, initiative and attention to detail, contributing to the quality dining experiences Panthers is known for.
As Commis Chef, you will:
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Prepare, cook and present quality dishes in a busy, multi-outlet kitchen
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Complete daily preparation for your allocated section within Kelly’s Kitchen
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Use a range of cooking equipment and techniques, including grills, pans, fryers and cold larder preparation
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Prepare mise en place under the direction of the Outlet Chef
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Maintain a clean, organised and well-presented kitchen throughout and following each service
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Check food deliveries and ensure products are stored safely in accordance with FIFO procedures
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Complete daily cleaning checklists to maintain a safe and hygienic workplace
About you
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You have a minimum of two years’ post-apprenticeship experience as a Chef in a busy kitchen environment
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A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
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A current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
Strong written and verbal communication skills -
A genuine passion for hospitality and a desire to grow your career with Panthers
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Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to follow standard recipes and food presentation guidelines
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The ability to remain calm, work effectively under pressure and solve problems
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The ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a team.
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Availability to work across a variety of shifts including mornings, nights and weekends
As part of the Panthers team, you'll enjoy:
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40% discount at all Panthers-owned food outlets and free post-mix while on shift
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20% discount on Panthers merchandise and the pride of being part of a Premiership-winning team
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Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts with a range of accommodation, retail, dining and entertainment providers
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Reward and recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
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Wellbeing Leave and Purchased Annual Leave for eligible PT & FT employees to enjoy greater work-life flexibility
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Staff social events and opportunities to connect with your teammates
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Free onsite parking
Sound like you? Apply Now!
Due to our large volume of applications, please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About Us
Panthers Penrith Leagues Club sits proudly in the middle of what has become the impressive and expansive Panthers Precinct. Our club boasts 11 restaurants, 6 bars and 12 meeting, event and function rooms and adrenalin activities. Panthers is a not-for-profit organisation, heavily focused on our members, their guests and our community. While Panthers has grown exponentially over the years, our priority has always remained to provide an exceptional customer experience and to become a leading contributor of spirit, support and opportunity within the Penrith community.
