Chef de Partie

Minorinternational; Maitland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Exclusive hotel deals

Global perks

Retail rewards

Experiences

Banking and insurance

Generous leave

Wellness support

Job summary

Minor Hotels is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in Maitland, NSW on a full-time basis. You will assist in preparing and cooking to the highest standard, uphold hygiene, and support the head chef with menu development and rosters.

Your role requires a Certificate III in Cookery, hotel/restaurant experience, excellent communication and teamwork, and flexibility across breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Cookery required.
• Experience in a hotel or restaurant environment preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standard, following recipes and maintaining consistency.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Present dishes to brand standards and maintain hygiene across all kitchen areas.
• Assist in preparing back-of-house rosters and oversee stock storage.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Cooking techniques

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.