Chef de Partie

Mezepotamia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Friendly and supportive environment

Job summary

Mezepotamia in Redfern, Sydney, is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will work across grill, hot and cold sections, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation during busy services.

Minimum 2 years' experience, ability to rotate between sections, and reliable, punctual performance under pressure are essential. Australian working rights are required; visa sponsorship is not available. Evening and weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role.
• Ability to rotate between grill, hot, and cold kitchen sections.
• Experience in a busy restaurant kitchen.
• Unrestricted Australian working rights are essential; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Availability for evenings and weekends.
• Experience in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean cuisine is an advantage but not essential.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple kitchen sections, including grill, hot kitchen and cold preparation.
• Manage different sections independently during busy services.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and kitchen organisation.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Job description

Mezepotamia is a contemporary Middle Eastern restaurant and wine bar in Redfern, Sydney. We are looking for an experienced, reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

Work confidently across multiple kitchen sections, including grill, hot kitchen and cold preparation.

Manage different sections independently during busy services.

Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation and portion control.

Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and kitchen organisation.

Follow food safety and hygiene procedures.

Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth service.

Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role.

Strong experience in a busy restaurant kitchen.

Ability to rotate between sections rather than specialising in only one area.

Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Reliable, punctual and comfortable working under pressure.

Availability for evenings and weekends.

Unrestricted Australian working rights are essential. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Experience in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean cuisine is an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer

Full-time, ongoing position.

Staff meals.

Friendly and supportive working environment.

Opportunity to develop professionally within a passionate kitchen team.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team and is committed to delivering consistently high-quality food.