Chef de Partie

Novotel Hotels; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global discounts

Career progression

Dry cleaning

Coffee daily

Central location

Leadership exposure

Job summary

Novotel Canberra, part of the Accor group, seeks a passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. Support the Executive and Sous Chefs, own your section, mentor juniors, and ensure top-quality food and service.

You'll be integral to maintaining HACCP standards, cleanliness, and smooth operations while collaborating with F&B and events teams for exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef in hotel/restaurant/catering.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen hygiene.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior kitchen staff.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes per brand standards.
• Work on grill and hot pan sections in a high-volume kitchen.
• Manage your designated section for efficient service and consistency.
• Supervise kitchen operations when seniors are absent and maintain stock rotation.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety HACCP

Team mentoring

Time management

Attention to detail

Pressure handling

Teamwork

Education

Commercial Cookery trade qualification

Job description

Company Description

At Accor, hospitality is a work of heart. We value passion, integrity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where every team member can thrive. With over 4,000 hotels in 90+ countries, Accor offers endless opportunities to grow your career across a wide range of globally loved brands. Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

This position is based at Accor's flagship Canberra hotel, Novotel Canberra, a 286-room property in the heart of the city, directly opposite the light rail. Our hotel features eight versatile conferencing and event spaces, hosting everything from corporate groups and government agencies to sporting teams and social events, making every day dynamic and engaging.

Benefits

As part of the Novotel Canberra team, you'll enjoy a range of exceptional benefits that make life and work more rewarding, including:

• Accor Global Discounts — incredible savings on hotel stays and food & beverage worldwide, extended to your friends and family
• Career progression opportunities across Accor's extensive national and international network
• Complimentary dry cleaning for your work attire
• Free barista-made coffee or tea daily
• A central location steps from transport, cafés and shopping
• Exposure to a collaborative hotel leadership team, providing opportunities to broaden your commercial expertise and professional development

Job Description

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our Kitchen team on a full-time basis.

In this role, you will support the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, food safety and kitchen operations. You will take ownership of your designated section and play a key role in mentoring junior team members and ensuring smooth service operations.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Preparing and presenting high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and brand standards
• Proven experience working on grill and hot pan sections in a high-volume kitchen environment
• Managing your designated kitchen section to ensure efficient service and food consistency
• Supervising kitchen operations in the absence of senior chefs as requiredMaintaining stock rotation practices and minimising food wastage
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and ensuring adequate mise en place for service
• Coaching and supporting mor junior kitchen team members
• Ensuring all kitchen areas, equipment and workstations are maintained to the highest cleanliness standards
• Liaising with Food & Beverage and Conference & Events teams to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Supporting conference, event and restaurant operations with high-quality food production
• Complying with all food safety, HACCP, WHS and hygiene requirements

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and enjoys developing your culinary skills while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone with:

• Relevant trade qualifications in Commercial Cookery
• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Demi Chef in a hotel, restaurant or catering environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen hygiene standards
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior kitchen staff
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A genuine passion for quality food and hospitality
• Strong attention to detail and presentation standards
• The ability to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment
• A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Additional Information

If you are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and are looking to develop your career with a global hospitality leader, we'd love to hear from you.