Chef (de partie)

Saros bar and dining; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Saros Bar & Dining, located at The Sebel Moonee Ponds, seeks an experienced Chef de Partie to join an energetic team specializing in European share plates. The role focuses on maintaining high quality, mentoring staff, and driving flavorful dishes in a dynamic kitchen.

Join a passionate team dedicated to exceptional culinary experiences and a collaborative working environment that values creativity and precision in execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Strong work ethic with pride in food quality and consistency.
• Reliable, friendly, honest & punctual.
• Understanding of produce, culinary techniques & kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus, estimate food and labour costs, and order supplies.
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Discuss preparation issues with Managers and kitchen staff.
• Demonstrate techniques and advise on procedures.
• Prepare and cook food.
• Ensure hygiene regulations compliance.
• May select and train staff.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Maintain product quality and presentation.
• Improve product quality wherever possible.
• Ensure quality and presentation drive repeat business.

Skills

Three years experience

Strong work ethic

Reliable and punctual

Produce knowledge

Culinary techniques

Kitchen equipment understanding

Ability to work under pressure

Education

AQF Associate Degree

Advanced Diploma or Diploma

Job description

Saros Bar & Dining (located in The Sebel Moonee Ponds), is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de partie to work with the existing team and continue delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our valued customers. Specializing in European cuisine, we pride ourselves on serving unique and delicious share plates that showcase the flavours and diversity. If you have a creative flair, a love for European cuisine, and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, this is a wonderful opportunity to make the kitchen yours.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• Preparing and cooking food
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• May select and train staff
• Freeze and preserve foods
• Overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen
• Maintaining excellent product quality & presentation
• Improving product quality wherever possible
• Ensure that the quality & presentation of food guarantees repeat business
• Be accountable for compliance regarding all food-related practices & procedures
• Enjoy mentoring staff & developing a dedicated team.

Qualifications & experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, taking pride in the quality & consistency of the food you produce
• Be reliable, friendly, honest & punctual
• Have a strong understanding of produce, culinary techniques & kitchen equipment
• Ability to work under pressure, is excited by a challenging fast paced environment,

Prerequisites

• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
• At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.

Saros Bar & Dining is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.