Chef de Partie

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay with penalties (HIGA Award)

Birthday leave

Staff accommodation/discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Health days & flexible work options

Career development program

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Australia is seeking a Full time Chef de Partie with a passion for presentation, dedication to flavour and a commitment to high standards to join our A La Carte Kitchen.

As the second-in-charge on shift, you will support the Sous Chef in overseeing operations, lead your section with quality and consistency, mentor junior chefs, and maintain food safety while contributing to menu development.

Qualifications

• Similar experience in a commercial kitchen, ideally in a Hotel environment.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a chef; supervisory experience is an advantage
• Right to legally work full time in Australia
• Qualifications in Commercial Cookery/Culinary Arts
• Food safety Certification
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to
• Flexibility – night, weekend and public holiday shifts are all part of the job
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise workload

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present dishes to five-star standards.
• Support the Sous Chef in leading daily kitchen operations and oversee the shift in their absence.
• Lead your section with a focus on quality, consistency, and efficient service.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior chefs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety.
• Manage stock, minimise waste, and support food cost control.
• Contribute to menu development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing kitchen culture.

Skills

supervisory experience

food safety

communication

flexibility

leadership

Education

Commercial Cookery/Culinary Arts

Job description

We’re looking for a Full time Chef de Partie with a passion for presentation, dedication to flavour and commitment to setting high standards to join our A La Carte Kitchen.

As the second-in-charge on shift, you will support the Sous Chef in leading and confidently overseeing kitchen operations in their absence, ensuring exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and team performance delivering exceptional dining experiences across our restaurant and in-room dining operations.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Prepare and present dishes to five-star standards.
• Support the Sous Chef in leading daily kitchen operations and oversee the shift in their absence.
• Lead your section with a focus on quality, consistency, and efficient service.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior chefs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety.
• Manage stock, minimise waste, and support food cost control.
• Contribute to menu development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing kitchen culture.

What We need from you:

• Similar experience in a commercial kitchen ideally in a Hotel environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a chef; supervisory experience is an advantage
• Right to legally work full time in Australia
• Qualifications in Commercial Cookery/Culinary Arts
• Food safety Certification
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to
• Flexibility – night, weekend and public holiday shifts are all part of the job
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise workload

What you can expect from us:

You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family’s well-being, including:

• Base Hourly Rate 32.13 + Shift / Weekend penalties – HIGA Award Level 6
• Paid birthday leave
• Hotel perks like accommodation and food & beverage discounts
• Enhanced parental leave
• Proactive health days and flexible work options.
• Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program
• IHG Career Milestone celebrations
• Transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.
• Access to our discount retail platform that makes your pay go even further

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our my Wellbeing Framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.