Location: COLAC Port Adl, Port Adelaide

About the Role
COLAC Port Adl is seeking an enthusiastic Commis Chef with pans and grill experience to join our kitchen team. Pizza experience is preferred. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a newly opened venue that celebrates the best of Australian food and beverage, and one that is already being recognised for it, with wins at the Australian Hotels Association South Australia Awards. You’ll work alongside our senior chefs to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes across three food outlets, and build your skills in a busy, creative kitchen.

Our Food Outlets

- Bootleg Social: a communal-style share menu with Italian influence, built for generous plates and social dining.

- Eliots Restaurant: an elevated dining experience.

- Belles Botanica: our space for functions and cocktail parties.

What You’ll Be Doing
In this hands-on role, you’ll work across the pans and grill sections, with the chance to develop your pizza skills, supporting service from prep through to close. You’ll prepare mise en place, cook to spec and keep up with the pace of service, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation.



You’ll learn from and be mentored by our experienced chefs, with the support of a strong kitchen and management team.

What We’re Looking For
You must have experience in the pans and grill sections, and pizza experience is highly regarded. You’re calm under pressure, reliable, eager to keep learning and take pride in your work. Strong communication, a good attitude and a team-first mindset are essential, along with a solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety and a genuine passion for quality produce.

What We Offer
We provide opportunities for growth opportunities in a supportive, team-focused kitchen. With full training, development pathways and the chance to be part of an award-winning venue, this is a great next step for a chef who wants to build their craft.

About Us
COLAC Port Adl is a one-of-a-kind venue serving quality Australian cuisine and exclusively Australian beer, wine and spirits. We’re focused on creating a warm, inclusive space for our guests, and a great place to work for our team.

Ready to take the next step in your hospitality career? Apply now and be part of something new at COLAC Port Adl.

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