Chef De Partie

Padre Brewing Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Padre Brewing Co. on the Gold Coast is seeking a Chef De Partie to join the busy kitchen team.

You will take responsibility for an allocated section, preparing a broad range of dishes from pizzas and burgers to seafood and grills while maintaining consistency and quality during service and events. Working under the Head Chef, you will manage mise en place, adapt to dietary requests, monitor portions and presentation, and ensure allergen controls are followed in a fast-paced hospitality

Qualifications

• Commercial cookery qualification or equivalent.
• At least 12 months of full-time experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience in busy restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a broad range of dishes including pizzas, burgers, seafood, chicken, tacos and salads.
• Take responsibility for assigned kitchen section during service.
• Organise mise en place and ensure ingredients ready before service.
• Monitor quality, portions, presentation and consistency of dishes.
• Assist with event and function menus for higher-volume production.
• Coordinate section prep for private parties and events.
• Maintain clean and hygienic workstation; follow allergen-management procedures.
• Support Head Chef and staff; communicate with front-of-house.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food preparation

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Chef De Partie Padre Brewing Co. Location: Miami, Gold Coast QLD 4220 Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $80,000 per annum + superannuatiom Padre Brewery Co. is a microbrewery and hospitality venue offering craft beer alongside a substantial food service operation. The kitchen supports regular dine-in trade as well as private parties, group bookings and events, requiring consistent food quality across both made-to-order service and higher-volume function catering.

The venue also places importance on accommodating patrons' dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free and other customised meal requests, while carefully managing food allergies, ingredient substitutions and cross-contamination risks. Take responsibility for an assigned kitchen section during daily service, private functions and events, ensuring preparation, cooking and presentation are completed to the venue’s required standards. Prepare and cook a broad range of gourmet and casual dining dishes, including pizzas, burgers, grilled meats, seafood, chicken, tacos, salads and other made-to-order menu items.

Prepare fresh ingredients, toppings, garnishes and house-made sauces, including pizza, pesto, buffalo, béchamel, barbecue and blue cheese sauces. Organise and complete daily mise en place for the assigned section, ensuring all ingredients, sauces, garnishes and prepared components are ready before service. Prepare customised meals to suit patrons' dietary requirements, including vegetarian, gluten-free and other special requests, while carefully following food allergy and cross-contamination procedures.

Coordinate section preparation for private parties, group bookings and events, taking into account guest numbers, approved menus, service timing and any specific dietary requirements. Operate ovens, grills, fryers and other commercial cooking equipment, controlling cooking temperatures, timing and preparation methods to maintain consistent food quality. Monitor the quality, portioning, presentation and consistency of dishes prepared within the section before they are released for service.

Adjust preparation and cooking priorities during busy service periods to maintain timely food delivery and support smooth kitchen operations. Assist with the preparation and execution of event and function menus, including higher-volume food production while maintaining presentation and quality standards. Monitor ingredient usage and stock levels within the section and identify replenishment requirements to avoid shortages during service.

Check food deliveries for freshness, quality and suitability and ensure ingredients are stored, labelled and rotated correctly. Support junior kitchen staff by providing practical guidance on food preparation, cooking methods, presentation, food safety and section procedures. Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and other kitchen staff to coordinate service, manage workflow and address operational issues as they arise.

Maintain accurate awareness of menu ingredients and preparation methods so that patron questions relating to allergens, dietary restrictions and ingredient substitutions can be handled appropriately. Ensure all food is prepared, stored and handled in accordance with food safety, hygiene, allergen-management and workplace health and safety requirements. Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workstation throughout preparation and service and ensure cooking equipment and kitchen areas are properly cleaned and sanitised after use.

Qualifications & Experience The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Relevant commercial cookery qualification, such as Certficate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification
• Atleast 12 months of full time experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Experience working in a busy restaurant or hospitality environment
• Sound knowledge of food prepara&on, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements

Skills We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong cooking and food preparation skills
• Can maintain consistent quality during busy services
• Works efficiently and remains organised under pressure
• Has strong attention to detail
• Communicates effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Has good time-management and organisational skills
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and professional kitchen

This is a full-time position based at Padre Brewing Co. in Miami, Queensland. Applicants should submit their resume outlining their relevant qualifica&ons and employment experience.