Chef de Partie

View Hotels; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

View Melbourne Hotel is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to manage an assigned section of the kitchen and maintain high standards of food quality for our guests in Melbourne, Australia.

Join a professional hotel environment that values teamwork, strong cooking skills, and adherence to HACCP standards, with opportunities for development and career progression in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays, as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee an assigned section of the kitchen, ensuring efficient daily operations.
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards in accordance with HACCP requirements.
• Ensure food preparation and service meet hotel standards and guest expectations.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise food waste, and assist with ordering and stock rotation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and other kitchen team members.
• Assist with menu preparation, specials, and seasonal menu development.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff where required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and professional working environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety & HACCP

Time management

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Attention to detail

Flexibility to roster

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

We are seeking a passionate, skilled, and motivated Chef de Partie to join View Melbourne Hotel. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing an assigned section of the kitchen, maintaining high food quality standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated chef who enjoys working in a professional hotel environment and takes pride in producing high-quality dishes.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate, skilled, and motivated Chef de Partie to join View Melbourne Hotel. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing an assigned section of the kitchen, maintaining high food quality standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated chef who enjoys working in a professional hotel environment and takes pride in producing high-quality dishes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee an assigned section of the kitchen, ensuring efficient daily operations.
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards in accordance with HACCP requirements.
• Ensure food preparation and service meet hotel standards and guest expectations.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise food waste, and assist with ordering and stock rotation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and other kitchen team members.
• Assist with menu preparation, specials, and seasonal menu development.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff where required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and professional working environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays, as required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a professional hotel kitchen.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to contribute to an exceptional guest dining experience.