Canteen Chef De Partie

Operations; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn training courses

Complimentary meals during shifts

Hotel group discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Birthday leave

Job summary

Capella Sydney is seeking a Canteen Chef De Partie to bring creativity to the kitchen and craft distinctive menus for colleagues. You will work under the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef, contributing to daily operations at your station and maintaining high standards.

You should have tertiary culinary education, strong English skills, and experience in luxury hotels or renowned venues. The role offers hygiene-focused operation and opportunities in a historic, elegant setting.

Qualifications

• Tertiary education in Culinary/Hospitality Management.
• Experience in luxury hotels/resorts or renowned venues.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef in daily operations of assigned station.
• Produce a consistent, high quality product and provide courteous, professional service.
• Demonstrate and supervise duties in the assigned station to the standard.
• Be flexible with rotation within the Food & Beverage Department.
• Maintain kitchen standards and follow kitchen manual rules.
• Ensure colleagues adhere to health, hygiene and safety guidelines.

Job description

About Capella Hotels and Resorts

Capella Hotels and Resorts embodies excellence in the craft of hospitality. Our vision is to combine tradition, discovery, individuality, and a twist of the unexpected to create the perfect stay for each guest. Our destinations are designed by renowned architects from around the world. Our restaurants offer authentic flavours imaginatively reinvented. From the Auriga spas to each location’s dedicated and personal guest services, the Capella spirit is holistic, generous, and bespoke.

About Capella Sydney

Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Capella Sydney offers discreet luxury within the golden sandstone walls of a heritage building. An urban oasis where modern elegance meets historical charm, the hotel is home to meticulously curated artworks and interiors that celebrate Australia’s stunning panorama. Located steps from the city’s most iconic landmarks, Capella Sydney is an extraordinary embodiment of crafted hospitality that encapsulates an immersive cultural experience with unparallelled sophistication and style.

Position Summary

Step into a role where your creativity is celebrated and your culinary talent can truly shine. As a Canteen Chef De Partie you will enjoy the freedom to craft your own menus, introduce exciting flavours, and shape an exceptional dining experience for our colleagues.

The Role:

• Assists Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef in the daily operations of assigned station and ensures that all station members comply with service standards, departmental policies and operating procedures set by the hotel.
• To produce a consistent, high quality product and provide a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service at all times.
• To have full working knowledge and capability to supervise, correct and demonstrate all duties and tasks in the assigned station to the standard set.
• Be flexible and adapt to required rotation within the Food & Beverage Department.
• To maintain the general standards of the kitchen as well as implementation of the kitchen manual rules and regulations towards your section.
• Ensures that all colleagues adhere to the Health, Hygiene and Safety guidelines in accordance with the Food, Health, Hygiene and Safety manuals.

Talent Profile:

• Tertiary education in Culinary/Hospitality Management.
• Experiences in a similar role at luxury hotels/resorts or renowned venue.
• Very good command of written and spoken English.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g. "Certificate III in Commercial Cookery").

Working with Capella Sydney

• Join a vibrant and nurturing workplace.
• Work in elegantly designed areas while enjoying amenities in a historic building.
• Benefit from online LinkedIn training courses aimed at your personal and professional growth.
• Savour complimentary meals during your shifts.
• Enjoy discounts for hotels and group bookings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counselling and support.
• Celebrate your birthday with special leave.

* We appreciate your understanding that we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.