Chef de Partie

Accor Apartments & Realty; Sutton Forest; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty in Sutton Forest, NSW, seeks a Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade and deliver memorable dining experiences. You will manage your section, assist others, and ensure timely, high-quality dishes that meet our property's guidelines.

You will train junior chefs, uphold food safety standards, monitor costs, and work across shifts, including weekends and public holidays. A commercial cookery certificate is required, with extra safety certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen as a Demi Chef or Chef de Partie.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage your kitchen section efficiently and support other sections as needed.
• Take charge at the pass and monitor food and labour costs within budget.
• Maintain high-quality, well-presented dishes in line with property guidelines and timelines.
• Provide guidance and training to junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

HACCP knowledge

Cost control

Shift flexibility

Education

Commercial cookery certificate

Food safety certificate

Job description

Purpose

As Chef de Partie, you will play a pivotal role in delivering memorable dining experience to our guests. Working closely with all members of the kitchen brigade, your role is to maintain the high standards and contribute to the development of innovative and delicious dishes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage your kitchen section efficiently, ensuring a smooth service flow while providing assistance to other sections as needed
• Take charge at the pass when required and keep a close eye on food and labour costs, staying within budget constraints
• Maintain a consistent standard of high-quality, well-presented dishes that align with our property's guidelines and service timelines
• Provide guidance and training to junior kitchen staff, helping them grow in their roles
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organised, with a strong emphasis on food safety standards

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen setting as a Demi Chef or Chef de Partie
• Proficient knowledge of and adherence to local regulations, particularly in health, safety, and compliance matters, along with a solid grasp of HACCP management
• In this culture-driven workplace, you will be a dedicated leader, focused on nurturing junior chefs, fostering their growth, and enhancing productivity
• A certification in commercial cookery is required, and it is preferred that you also possess a valid certificate in safe food handling or food safety supervision
• Strong organisational abilities for preparation, planning, and cost control
• Flexibly to work across a range of shifts including weekends and public holidays as required