The Langham Melbourne is renowned for quality, timeless luxury and genuine service. Featuring 388 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, dining, meeting and function facilities, and the lavish haven –Chuan Spa .The Langham Melbourne reflects Langham Hotel International's philosophy of elegance in design, innovation in hospitality, genuine service and captivation of the senses creating a uniquely enchanting experience

The Langham Hotel Melbourne is currently looking for the following positions:

• Part-time Kitchen hand
• Part-time Cook
• Part-time Commis Chef

You will have the opportunity to work with the Kitchen department which consists of approximately 60 colleagues.

Previous experience in a fast paced working environment and large kitchen brigade will be highly regarded.

We are currently offering fixed term contracts through to 31st January 2019.

Your responsibilities will include:

Kitchen hand & Cook

• Preparation of cold food, slice cold meats, prepare cold seafood, cold sauces, salads, cheeses, breads etc.
• Prepare sandwiches and savouries for functions, snacks and dips for banquet areas and all cold dishes on the menu in the various restaurants
• Preparation and assembly of buffet food items
• Set up and pack down of buffet
• Be trained and assist in the preparation of food in the kitchen, together with the senior Chefs.

Commis Chef

• Assures their preparation for the section is prepared and completed to the standard of the Sous Chef and, in accordance with The Langham Melbourne standards of recipes and specifications.
• Complete assigned duties across all workstations, for example, grilling, frying, roasting and cold preparation areas as directed
• Advise the Senior Chef on duty of inventory items needed for operational needs as required
• Actively promote and participate in teamwork and positive communication with the kitchen and other departments.

The above roles are responsible for ensuring their work area is cleaned and sanitised in accordance with the City and State Health Department codes and The Langham Melbourne's Food Safety Plan.

For these roles, your attributes will be inclusive of the following:

• Trade qualified (applicable for Commis Chef role)
• Strong Technical skills
• Previous experience in a large kitchen brigade, ideally within a luxury hotel or similar environment
• Proven organisational & time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player
• Quality awareness
• Flexibility with various shifts
• Full Work Rights
• Flexibility to work across any day of the week

Please ensure you clearly indicate which position you are applying for.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to grow your hotel skill set in order to build a career with-in the Langham, shall you be determined and dedicated.

In return for your expertise and professionalism, you will be rewarded with discount car parking, uniform provided and laundered, subsidised staff meals, and opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career. You'll join a team passionate about 'Knowing our Guests and Building Great Memories'.

If you think this is the right role for you, apply now! Come join our team!

HYGIENE AND GROOMING - Naturally in the service industry high standards of personal presentation, hygiene, grooming, and conservative hairstyles are of the greatest importance. This must present throughout the interview stage.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – The Langham, Melbourne is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing diverse workforce and sustaining and inclusive culture.