Chef De Partie

Accorhotel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff dining discount

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Career development opportunities

Uniforms provided

Complimentary hotel stay package

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, a premier luxury hotel in Sydney, seeks a Chef de Partie to lead sections in a fast-paced kitchen and mentor junior staff. You will ensure high standards across Restaurant and In‑Room Dining, supporting Head and Sous Chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Role focuses on HACCP compliance, menu execution for à la carte and banquets, and maintaining stock control and spotless work areas.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a hotel or quality hospitality venue.
• Strong knowledge of à la carte service, banquets, and food safety (HACCP).
• A passion for producing high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring junior team members.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage stock, minimise waste, and work well under pressure.
• A relevant Commercial Cookery qualification

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all operational aspects of the Restaurant and In-Room Dining kitchen, covering absences as required.
• Ensure HACCP compliance, cleanliness, organisation and food safety standards.
• Assist in menu planning for à la carte, banquets, and events within cost margins.
• Monitor stock, rotate inventory, minimise waste and enforce stock control procedures.
• Prepare and present dishes with creativity while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Delegate tasks and support apprentices to ensure efficient service.
• Liaise on menu availability and service requirements with the team.
• Maintain and report on kitchen equipment and workspaces; identify issues promptly.
• Contribute to new procedures, menu ideas and service improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Stock management

HACCP

Time management

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

Company Description

Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury

Located in the heart of Sydney,Sofitel Sydney Wentworthis an iconic 5-star luxury hotel delivering French-inspired elegance and exceptional hospitality. Our signature venue,Tilda Restaurant, offers a contemporary dining experience showcasing premium produce, refined technique, and modern Australian cuisine.

We are seeking a passionate and drivenChef de Partieto join our dynamic kitchen and contribute to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Job Description

• Supervise and coordinate all operational aspects of the Restaurant and In-Room Dining kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, andcovering intheir absence whenrequired.
• Ensure all team members follow departmental and hotel policies, procedures, and Sofitel standards, including HACCP requirements, tomaintainhigh levelsof cleanliness,organisation, and food safety.
• Assistin menu preparation and planning (à la carte, banquets, afternoon teas, amenities), ensuring adequate supplies for service andmaintaininghigh presentation standards within cost margins.
• Monitor stock levels, enforce strict stock rotation,minimisewaste, and implement effective stock control procedures.
• Prepare and present dishes with variety, creativity, and flair, whilemaintainingconsistency and quality.
• Delegate tasks and support team members, including apprentices, to ensure efficient workflow and service standards are met.
• Liaise with team membersregardingmenu availability, updates, and any changes in service requirements.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment, service areas, and workstations in a clean andorganisedstate; report any maintenance or operational issues promptly.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new procedures, menu ideas, and service improvements.

Qualifications

About You

You are a passionate and motivated chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in delivering exceptional food and guest experiences. You lead by example, maintain high standards, and enjoy supporting and developing others.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a hotel or quality hospitality venue.
• Strong knowledge of à la carte service, banquets, and food safety (HACCP).
• A passion for producing high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring junior team members.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage stock, minimise waste, and work well under pressure.
• A relevant Commercial Cookery qualification

Additional Information

Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more acrossAccor Hotels and partner venues
• Generous leave entitlements, includingbirthday leave, exam leaveandup to 12 weeks parental leave
• 30% team member dining discountacross our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
• Career development opportunitieswithin aglobally recognised luxury hospitality brand
• Onsite perks includinglaundered uniforms, complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
• Acomplimentary hotel stay packageto celebrate your work anniversary
• Free 24/7 access to ourEmployee Assistance Program(24/7 wellbeing support)

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.

If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a landmark Sydney hotel, we’d love to hear from you.