We're 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 you're passionate about pastry, enjoy working with a great team, and love creating desserts that leave a lasting impression, we'd like to hear from you.
You'll 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 you'll 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 outstanding hospitality experiences within their local communities.
What You'll 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 We're Looking For
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 Victoria's leading hospitality and entertainment groups
Pegasus Leisure Group values and embraces diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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📌 Pastry Commis Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 Pegasus Leisure Group
📍 Melbourne