Chef de Partie

Accor; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ALL Heartist Membership

Family & Friends Discounts

ALL Loyalty Program

Accor Academy and Typsy training

World-wide Accor network opportunities

Global career growth

Job summary

Accor’s Peppers Beach Club & Spa in Palm Cove, Far North Queensland, seeks a dedicated Chef de Partie. You will lead a kitchen section, assist on the pass, and ensure high standards while controlling costs.

The role emphasises staff development, safety, and consistent, attractive plating in a resort setting. Ideal candidates hold a commercial cookery certificate, have HACCP knowledge, and can work across weekends/public holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen at Demi Chef or Chef de Partie level.
• Solid understanding of HACCP and health, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership in nurturing junior chefs and driving productivity.

Responsibilities

• Manage your kitchen section efficiently and support other sections as needed.
• Take charge at the pass and monitor food, labour costs within budget constraints.
• Maintain high-quality, well-presented dishes aligned with brand standards and service timelines.
• Provide guidance and training to junior kitchen staff to foster growth.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and organised with a strong emphasis on food safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen management

Pass leadership

Quality presentation

Staff training

Food safety HACCP

Cost control

Shift flexibility

Education

Commercial cookery certificate

Job description

Peppers Beach Club & Spa, located in the idyllic beachside destination of Palm Cove, just 30 minutes north of Cairns in Far North Queensland, is a perfect blend of plantation charm and beach chic. The resort offers a variety of accommodations, ranging from hotel rooms to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. The food and beverage offerings include La Mesa restaurant, which seats up to 80 guests for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as the On the Rocks swim-up pool bar and bespoke conferencing facilities for up to 100 guests.

When not working enjoy the tranquillity of the region. Experience day trips to nearby islands, snorkel and dive the Great Barrier Reef or stroll the local markets, embracing the FNQ lifestyle.

Purpose

As Chef de Partie, you will play a pivotal role in delivering memorable dining experience to our guests. Working closely with all members of the kitchen brigade, your role is to maintain the high standards and contribute to the development of innovative and delicious dishes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage your kitchen section efficiently, ensuring a smooth service flow while providing assistance to other sections as needed
• Take charge at the pass when required and keep a close eye on food and labour costs, staying within budget constraints
• Maintain a consistent standard of high-quality, well-presented dishes that align with our property's guidelines and service timelines
• Provide guidance and training to junior kitchen staff, helping them grow in their roles
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organised, with a strong emphasis on food safety standards
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen setting as a Demi Chef or Chef de Partie
• Proficient knowledge of and adherence to local regulations, particularly in health, safety, and compliance matters, along with a solid grasp of HACCP management
• In this culture-driven workplace, you will be a dedicated leader, focused on nurturing junior chefs, fostering their growth, and enhancing productivity
• A certification in commercial cookery is required, and it is preferred that you also possess a valid certificate in safe food handling or food safety supervision
• Strong organisational abilities for preparation, planning, and cost control
• Flexibly to work across a range of shifts including weekends and public holidays as required
  
  

Accor Benefits

• ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
• Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
• Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor’s industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy
• Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide
• Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career
  
  

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