Chef de Partie

Minorinternational; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Exclusive Hotel Deals

Global Perks

Retail Rewards

Experiences

Banking and Insurance

Generous Leave

Wellness Boost

Job summary

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort and AVANI WELL in Australia are seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will support high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene, and work across service periods with the Head Chef.

Applicants should hold a Certificate III in Cookery, have hotel/restaurant experience, and be flexible to rostered shifts, including weekends/public holidays. Join Minor Hotels for a rewarding career path and team culture.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Cookery required.
• Previous hotel/restaurant experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooking procedures and methods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and passion for cooking.
• Flexibility to work across all service periods as per roster.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Proactive attitude

Education

Certificate III in Cookery

Job description

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort and AVANI WELL are looking for a skilled and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a Full Time 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):

• Casual position available.
• Part-time or full-time positions may also be available, depending on business requirements.
• Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
• Shifts may include breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays

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.

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.