Chef de Partie

Al Rayyan Hospitality; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Hotel discounts

Global perks

Retail discounts (AU/NZ)

Entertainment discounts

Health insurance

Parental leave

Wellness support

Job summary

Oaks Cairns Hotel is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a casual basis in Cairns, Australia. You will assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standards, following brand recipes, and ensuring consistent quality.

You will work with the kitchen team across breakfast, lunch and dinner services, with rotating shifts and weekend availability. Strong communication, teamwork and a genuine passion for cooking are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Cookery is required.
• Experience in a hotel/restaurant environment preferred.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and passion for cooking.
• Flexible to work across breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standard, following recipes and maintaining consistency.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Plate and present dishes to brand standards.
• Assist Chef in Charge with back-of-house rosters.
• Oversee stock control and safe storage of food and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen areas.
• Contribute to development of new menu items with Head Chef.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Cooking techniques

Proactive attitude

Education

Certificate III in Cookery

Job description

Overview

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of640 properties across more than 66 countries.Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Oaks Cairns Hotel are looking for a skilled and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a casual basis.

This role is essential in supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene are consistently maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standard, following recipes and maintaining consistency.
• Collaborate with and support fellow kitchen team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Take pride in plating and presenting beautifully crafted dishes, ensuring they are served to brand standards.
• Assist the Chef in Charge with preparing back-of-house rosters.
• Oversee stock control and ensure the safe and proper storage of food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen areas, including equipment and storage.
• Contribute to the development of new menu items in partnership with the Head Chef.

Shift Details (subject to change)

• Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
• Shifts may include breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays

Hourly Rates (excluding superannuation)

Monday - Friday: $40.16 per hour

Saturday: $48.20 per hour

Sunday: $56.23 per hour

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Certificate III in Cookery qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for cooking.
• Flexibility to work across all service periods as per the roster:breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands .
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits .
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Australia or New Zealand.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and developmentprograms to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discountsat 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.