Chef de Partie

Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary park entry

Team member discounts

Free parking

Perkbox savings

Job summary

Dreamworld and WhiteWater World are hiring a Chef de Partie to join our Food & Beverage team on the Gold Coast. You will work alongside our Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations across outlets and events.

You will bring a trade qualification in Commercial Cookery, a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain) and at least 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, including events or premium dining. Weekend and varied shifts required.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen environment.
• Sound HACCP knowledge and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and inspire kitchen team members to deliver great food and service.
• Develop menus, seasonal activations and creative presentations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety (HACCP).
• Manage stock and reduce waste while improving efficiency.
• Support a positive, collaborative kitchen culture and flexible shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety knowledge

Education

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Love creating great food? Ready to take your culinary career for a ride?

• Bring your culinary creativity to Australia's biggest theme park!
• Full-time opportunity with a supportive team and plenty of variety.

We are cooking up something exciting at Dreamworld!

At Dreamworld and WhiteWater World, we are all about creating happy memories that last a lifetime – and great food is part of the magic!

We are on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our Food & Beverage team. From feeding hungry thrill-seekers to delivering memorable events, you will bring your skills, fresh ideas and team spirit to a kitchen where no two days are quite the same.

What is cooking?

Working alongside our Executive Chef, you will help lead our kitchen brigade and keep things running smoothly across our food outlets and events.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading, coaching and inspiring kitchen team members to deliver great food and service.
• Bringing fresh ideas to the table through menu development, seasonal activations and creative food presentation.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety, including HACCP compliance.
• Managing stock, reducing waste and finding smarter ways to work.
• Supporting a positive, collaborative kitchen where everyone can thrive.

The secret ingredients we are looking for

You are a hands-on chef who thrives when the heat is on, loves working with people and takes pride in every plate.

You will bring a trade qualification in Commercial Cookery, a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate/willingness to obtain and at least 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen environment, ideally across events, high-volume operations or premium dining.

You will also have sound HACCP knowledge, strong communication skills, a team-first attitude and the flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and varied shifts.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Dreamworld, WhiteWater World and SkyPoint, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where everyone, guests and Team Members alike, feel valued and respected. We celebrate the cultural and personal differences of our team, representative of the diverse community in which we operate. By drawing on the unique talents and contributions of each individual, we create unforgettable memories for our guests.

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview, face-to-face or group interview, health assessment, reference checks, criminal history check, and verification of your working rights. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience, therefore you will be provided opportunity to advise of any accessibility needs or required accommodations, as you progress through the recruitment process.

Why join our crew?

Along with the chance to work somewhere a little more exciting than your average kitchen, you will enjoy complimentary park entry, team member discounts, free parking and access to Perkbox savings at major Australian retailers.

You will be part of an iconic Gold Coast destination, working alongside great people with opportunities to learn, grow and have a little fun along the way!