Chef De Partie

PTY; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Exclusive Hotel Deals

Global Perks

Retail Rewards

Experiences

Health Insurance and Banking benefits

Generous Leave

Wellness Support

Job summary

Oaks Cairns Hotel, part of Minor Hotels, is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie on a casual basis to join the kitchen team. The role focuses on high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene, with rotating rosters and weekend/public holiday work.

Hourly rates are $40.16–$56.23 AUD per hour depending on day, plus opportunities for career growth and exclusive hotel deals within Australasia.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Cookery qualification.
• Experience in a hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of 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.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Cooking knowledge

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 of 640 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 Include:

• 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

• 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:

• 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.