Banquet Chef de Partie: Creative Menus & Team Leader

Accorhotel; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accor discounts

Europcar benefits

Discounted onsite car park

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive and diverse environment

Career development

Mentoring and career development

Job summary

Accor Melbourne is seeking a passionate and creative Full-Time Chef de Partie to deliver high-quality dishes that delight guests. You will lead a busy section, adapt to special requests, and contribute to menu design while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene.

You will supervise and coach kitchen staff, work across mornings, evenings and weekends, and collaborate with the Executive Chef to foster a positive team culture. This role offers growth within the Accor brand.

Qualifications

• An experienced Chef de Partie with expertise in a similar fast paced operation.
• Creativity for menu development and up-to-date knowledge of current food trends.
• Natural leadership skills that build a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
• The ability to run your own busy section and remain composed under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
• Motivation, energy and drive to exceed expectations.
• A passion to learn and grow within the Accor brand.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster across mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food for banquets in accordance with hotel premium standards.
• Supervise, coach and train kitchen team members in conjunction with the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Provide input in menu design including seasonal menus and daily/weekly specials.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality and freshness in both the ingredients and the preparation of meals.
• Implement and maintain food hygiene in accordance with legislative standards.
• Ordering and stock control.
• Assist the Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team and promote a positive working culture at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Pressure management

Team coaching

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Accor Melbourne is seeking a passionate and creative Full-Time Chef de Partie to deliver high-quality dishes that delight guests. You will lead a busy section, adapt to special requests, and contribute to menu design while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene.

You will supervise and coach kitchen staff, work across mornings, evenings and weekends, and collaborate with the Executive Chef to foster a positive team culture. This role offers growth within the Accor brand.