Pastry Commis Chef

Were looking for an experienced and motivated PastryCommis Chef to join our kitchen teamsacross our South East Melbourne venues. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified pastry chef who is passionate about creating quality desserts and wants to help bring our dessert range to life across our venues.

This role is offered on a casual basis with the potential for a full-time opportunity for the right candidate. If youre passionate about pastry enjoy working with a great team and love creating desserts that leave a lasting impression wed like to hear from you.

Youll work alongside a supportive kitchen team who take pride in delivering quality food experiences across our venues. From preparing components and creating desserts to supporting service this is a hands-on role where youll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute ideas to our evolving dessert offering.

About Us

Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG) is the hospitality arm of the Melbourne Racing Club managing a growing network of 16 pubs clubs and hospitality venues across Victoria. Our venues include bistros sports bars function spaces and gaming areas each focused on delivering great hospitality experiences within their local communities.

What Youll Be Doing In The Kitchen

• Preparing and producing dessert menu items to our high-quality standards
• Supporting the development and delivery of dessert offerings across venues
• Jumping in to support senior chefs with prep plating and service when things get busy
• Managing your section effectively and ensuring your workstation is organised and service-ready
• Keeping food safety and hygiene locked in at all times (non-negotiable)

What Were Looking For

• Certificate III in Patisserie (or equivalent)
• Food Allergens and Do Food Safely Certificate
• Experience in a busy pub bistro or high-volume kitchen
• Solid understanding of basic cooking methods and how to execute a recipe properly
• Willingness to work a rotating roster including nights weekends and public holidays

A Role That Keeps You Moving

This is a fast-paced hands-on hospitality leadership role. It may involve standing for long periods moving stock lifting boxes or kegs and navigating stairs throughout the venue.

Why Join PLG

• Real opportunities to learn develop and move your career forward
• Access to year-round wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Free onsite parking (because nobody likes circling the car park after a long shift)
• Work with one of Victorias leading hospitality and entertainment groups

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Pegasus Leisure Group values and embraces diversity inclusion and equal opportunity. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.