Continue your career in one of Western Sydney's most exciting new kitchens. The Powerhouse Parramatta's major new dining destination is being brought to life by Executive Chef Simon Sandall, a chef with more than three decades of experience in Sydney's top kitchens, from ARIA to his own restaurant, Boronia Kitchen.

This brand new, purpose-built kitchen is fitted out with the latest fire, grill, and specialist equipment, and cooking over live fire will be part of daily life here from your first shift. If you've had a taste of fire cooking or trained in a kitchen with a strong live-fire and produce focus, this is a genuine opportunity to build on that foundation in a brand new venue.

This is role is for a motivated cook who wants to learn from an experienced, hands-on leadership team and build real skills in a quick-paced, fire-driven kitchen. You'll work across sections, absorb the standards of a premium kitchen from the ground up, and lay the foundation for a long-term career in hospitality.

Prepare mise en place accurately and on time, as directed by your Chef de Partie

Support sections across the kitchen as required during service, including fire and grill stations

Follow instructions and recipes precisely to maintain consistency

Learning & Development

Develop foundational knife skills, live fire and grill technique, and produce knowledge





Learn to work safely and confidently with brand new kitchen equipment

Ask questions, take feedback, and apply it quickly

Build an understanding of how a professional kitchen runs from open to close

Team Contribution

Work as a reliable, positive presence within the team

Communicate clearly and respectfully with senior chefs and colleagues

Show up on time, ready, and willing to learn every shift

Operations & Compliance

Follow all food safety, HACCP, and WHS procedures at all times

Keep your section, equipment, and shared spaces clean and organised

Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, and general kitchen upkeep

We Are Looking For

Some kitchen experience preferred (apprenticeship, hospitality qualification, or hands-on experience — fire or grill exposure a strong plus)

A genuine passion for food, live fire cooking, and hospitality

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Punctual, coachable, and a team player

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-standards environment with brand new equipment

What Success Looks Like

Your prep is accurate, on time, and to standard every shift

You're picking up new skills and techniques quickly

Senior chefs trust you to get the small things right, consistently

You're building the habits and knowledge that set you up for a Chef de Partie role

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📌 Commis Chef | The Powerhouse Parramatta
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📍 Parramatta