Chef de Partie - Banquets

Pullman; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accor discounts

Global benefits

Car park discount

Employee assistance

Mentoring

Career growth

Job summary

Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park invites a motivated Chef de Partie to join our bustling kitchen. As a Full-Time role, you will craft high-quality dishes, supervise a busy section, and contribute to menu design while upholding premium standards for our banquets and daily service.

You will lead and train kitchen staff, ensure food hygiene compliance, and collaborate with the Executive team to maintain a positive culture. Flexibility for mornings, evenings, and weekend rosters is essential.

Qualifications

• An experienced Chef de Partie with expertise in a similar fast paced operation.
• Creativity for menu development and up-to-date knowledge of current food trends.
• Natural leadership skills that build a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
• The ability to run your own busy section and remain composed under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
• Motivation, energy and drive to exceed expectations.
• A passion to learn and grow within the Accor brand.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster across mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food for our banquets in accordance with hotel premium standards.
• Supervise, coach and train kitchen team members in conjunction with the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Provide input in menu design including seasonal menus and daily/weekly specials.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality and freshness in both the ingredients and the preparation of meals.
• Implement and maintain food hygiene in accordance with legislative standards
• Ordering and stock control.
• Assist the Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team and promote a positive working culture at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu development

Creativity

Pressure management

Team training

Job description

Company Description

Nestled right opposite the scenic Albert Park Lake with stunning views of Melbourne’s skyline, Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park offers an unparalleled environment for both leisure and business travellers. Our dual-branded hotel features 378 stylish rooms, a vibrant restaurant and bar, plus top-tier wellness amenities including a pool and a gym. We also host one of the largest conference centres in Melbourne, with 32 versatile event spaces that create the perfect setting for meetings, celebrations, and everything in between. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Come make an impact with us!

Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is part of the Accor group. Accor is Australia’s largest hotel network with 50+ brands, 5100+ hotels operating in 110 countries. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

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Job Description

About the Role:

As our Full-Time Chef de Partie, you will be passionate and creative in your approach to consistently producing high quality dishes that delight our guests. Your flexibility in adapting to special requests will contribute to creating memorable dining experiences that will see guests returning time and time again.

Your role will include:

• Prepare and present food for our banquets in accordance with hotel premium standards.
• Supervise, coach and train kitchen team members in conjunction with the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Provide input in menu design including seasonal menus and daily/weekly specials.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality and freshness in both the ingredients and the preparation of meals.
• Implement and maintain food hygiene in accordance with legislative standards
• Ordering and stock control.
• Assist the Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team and promote a positive working culture at all times.

Qualifications

About You:

• An experienced Chef de Partie with expertise in a similar fast paced operation.
• Creativity for menu development and up-to-date knowledge of current food trends.
• Natural leadership skills that build a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
• The ability to run your own busy section and remain composed under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
• Motivation, energy and drive to exceed expectations.
• A passion to learn and grow within the Accor brand.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster across mornings, evenings and weekends.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Enjoy exclusive Accor discounts and global benefits, including but not limited to accommodation and food & beverage discounts for you, your family and friends.
• Access to Accor Partner Benefits such as Europcar.
• Discounted onsite car park available.
• Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Inclusive and diverse environment.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Excellent opportunity to further grow and develop your career with an industry leader.
• Reward and recognition programs, including Annual Service Recognition and Accor Tenure Milestone recognition.
• Mentoring and career development alongside experienced and dedicated professionals.

***We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, so Australian working rights are required.