Chef de Partie - Breakfast

Nearheal; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Laundered uniforms

Complimentary hotel stay on work-anniv

Worldwide employee benefits

Central Melbourne CBD location

Employee and family discounts

Résumé du poste

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins is seeking a Breakfast Chef de Partie to lead the breakfast kitchen in No35 restaurant, delivering high-standard buffet and live cooking experiences that set the tone for guests' mornings.

You will manage a small team, ensure food safety, and collaborate with the wider culinary team to sustain luxury service. Availability for early shifts, weekends, and public holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• 3–5 years' post-apprenticeship culinary experience in hotel/high-volume setting.
• Experience in a breakfast buffet operation with high guest volumes.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Experience leading a section and mentoring junior chefs.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced service.
• Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Availability for early morning shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsabilités

• Lead the breakfast kitchen section to highest standards.
• Bring buffet offerings to life with fresh, visually appealing dishes.
• Engage with guests and respond to requests to enhance the dining experience.
• Lead, support and motivate the team during busy periods.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Collaborate with the wider culinary team for consistency and improvement.

Connaissances

Breakfast leadership

Team motivation

Guest interaction

Food presentation

Food safety HACCP

Formation

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Description du poste

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins stands as the pinnacle of luxury in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant city center. Combining French elegance with modern luxury, we offer unparalleled experiences for our guests, from exquisite dining to immersive cultural events.

Experience unparalleled luxury at the prestigious Paris End of Collins, nestled in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant theatre and business districts. Our exquisite 5-star hotel features 363 rooms, each offering breathtaking views of the iconic Melbourne skyline.

Elegantly Chic Venue Spaces:

• Explore our collection of 12 elegantly chic and versatile venue spaces tailored to meet your every need. Whether hosting grand events for up to 1,000 guests in our prestigious Grand Ballroom or conducting intimate executive meetings, each space is meticulously crafted to surpass expectations.

Restaurants, Bars & Events venues:

• No35 Restaurant: Indulge your senses with sophisticated modern dining infused with vibrant contemporary French flair at No35 restaurant.
• Atrium Bar on 35: Discover refined exclusivity as you savor unique signature cocktails amidst an elegant ambiance at Atrium Bar on 35.
• Club Lounge: Immerse yourself in an elevated French joie-de-vivre experience at our exclusive Club Lounge, reserved for our esteemed club guests.

Job Description

Are you an early riser with a passion for great food, a natural ability to lead a team, and a genuine enjoyment of guest interaction? We are looking for a motivated Breakfast Chef de Partie to join our culinary team and bring energy, consistency and a touch of luxury to the start of our guests’ day.

In our renowned No35 restaurant, breakfast is more than just the first meal of the day, it is an opportunity to create a memorable experience. From a beautifully presented buffet to engaging with guests at the live cooking station and ensuring every detail is just right, you will play an important role in setting the tone for their stay.

What you will be doing

• Lead the breakfast kitchen section, ensuring food is prepared and presented to the highest standards.
• Bring our buffet offering to life with fresh, delicious dishes and an eye for presentation.
• Engage with guests, responding to requests and creating a welcoming dining experience.
• Lead, support and motivate the team to deliver a seamless breakfast service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Work closely with the wider culinary team to ensure consistency, efficiency and continuous improvement.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen leadership role.
• A genuine passion for food, quality and guest satisfaction.
• Confidence in leading a team and keeping service running smoothly during busy periods.
• A friendly, approachable manner and a natural enjoyment of guest interaction.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent recognised culinary qualification).
• Minimum 3-5 years' post-apprenticeship culinary experience within a hotel, resort, or high-volume hospitality environment.
• Demonstrated experience working in a breakfast buffet operation, with the ability to manage high guest volumes while maintaining exceptional quality and presentation standards.
• Strong working knowledge and practical application of HACCP principles, food safety regulations, and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Previous experience leading a section and supporting the development of junior chefs.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced service environment.
• Full, unrestricted working rights within Australia.
• Availability to work early morning shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins provides ambassadors career development opportunities within the hotel and wider Accor Group. We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We live by our Heartist principles, that is, the heart and art of human connection. Understanding people is our business and putting people at the heart of our organisation is how we make decisions. We want every ambassador to feel valued, inspired and to strive for greatness every day.

We offer our Heartists:

• Build a career with the largest hotel group in the Pacific
• Central accessible location in Melbourne's CBD
• Laundered uniforms
• Complimentary hotel stay package for your work anniversary
• Worldwide employee and family and friends benefits at Accor Hotels