Banquet Chef de Partie - Luxury Hotel, Part-Time

1GWUV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

W Melbourne, part of Marriott International, seeks a skilled culinary professional to join our banquet and kitchen teams in Melbourne. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, manage kitchen sections, and train others while upholding brand standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring luxury hotel kitchen or high-volume banquet experience, current Food Safety and HACCP knowledge, and flexibility for weekends and early shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Australian working rights; sponsorship not offered.
• Supervisor background in high-volume commercial kitchen or luxury hotel kitchen advantageous.
• Experience preparing buffets, morning/afternoon tea, canape functions and plated banquets.
• Passion for culinary artistry and a desire to innovate in the kitchen.
• Solid grasp of cooking techniques and willingness to learn more.
• Keen to take on new challenges and grow within your career.
• Qualifications in Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery preferred.
• Current Food Safety Certification and HACCP knowledge.
• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with hotel standards.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items.
• Supervise kitchen sections; manage team performance and standard; conduct trainings for others
• Deliver consistency in taste, texture, and presentation, even in busy services.
• Ensure mise en place is completed for service and replenished as required.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and kitchen procedures accurately.
• Champion and support creation and testing of new menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, and storage areas.
• Play as part of a high-energy, close-knit kitchen crew.
• Assist in stock control, rotation, and reporting shortages to supervisors.
• Uphold hotel brand standards and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Luxury hotel kitchen

Food Safety Certification

HACCP knowledge

Flexible shifts

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

W Melbourne, part of Marriott International, seeks a skilled culinary professional to join our banquet and kitchen teams in Melbourne. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, manage kitchen sections, and train others while upholding brand standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring luxury hotel kitchen or high-volume banquet experience, current Food Safety and HACCP knowledge, and flexibility for weekends and early shifts.