Chef de Partie(Canteen)

Arc @ UNSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hourly rate

Impact on students

Not-for-profit organisation

UNSW Kensington Campus location

Job summary

Arc is UNSW’s student organisation seeking a Chef de Partie to support the CANTEEN / Student Catering operation on campus. You will assist in coordinating bulk cooking, shifting menus and maintaining high food safety standards while guiding other cooks in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience in bulk cooking, a Certificate III in commercial cookery, and the ability to supervise teams. It offers a casual hourly rate and a convenient UNSW Kensington Campus location.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in commercial cookery or higher.
• 3+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Experience in bulk cooking environments (banqueting, large buffets, catering).
• Knowledge of bulk cooking equipment and food safety practices.
• Ability to coordinate, train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Understanding of seasonal menu planning and budget considerations.

Responsibilities

• Bulk cooking with rotating weekly menus.
• Maintain high food quality and safety standards.
• Complete temperature logs and cleaning schedules.
• Assist stock control and portioning administration.
• Support and supervise casual staff in portioning and plating.
• Contribute to seasonal menu inspiration with Food & Beverage Manager.

Skills

Bulk cooking

Team supervision

Food safety

Menu coordination

Education

Certificate III in commercial cookery

Tools

Rational ovens

Bratt pans

Blast chillers

Job description

The position of Chef de Partie is accountable for supporting the management of the CANTEEN / Student Catering operation and the day-to-day running of the kitchen. From this kitchen, CANTEEN delivers a subsidised catering service for students on the UNSW campus, where students can reliably access a nutritious meal for $5. CANTEEN’S vision is to be resourceful, think outside of the box and aim to use creativity to be able to affect the community we serve as much as possible, both in volume and quantity.

The role supports the coordination of food preparation, service, and stock-taking, as well as guiding other cooks to complete their tasks effectively and efficiently. CANTEEN needs someone familiar with bulk cooking. Production, buffet or banqueting experience is also highly regarded. This position is suited to a chef who can follow recipes accurately, work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, confidently oversee and instruct other cooks to complete tasks safely, able to follow a standard and be open to constant growth, improvement as well as being able to maintain a friendly and welcoming environment.

Hours:Shifts will be scheduled between 7:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Who are We?

Arc is UNSW’s student organisation. We like to call ourselves the cool older sibling. We know that the best parts of going to uni is all the stuff you do outside the classroom, and we pride ourselves on making that experience awesome. We do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in-person. Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of full of like-minded staff, who believe in listening to students, working together and having fun between

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Bulk cooking rotating weekly menus.
• Ensure a high-quality standard of food is prepared and maintained in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Have a complete understanding of Food Safety legislative requirements and manage ood Safety in accordance with these requirements.
• Fill temperature logs, cleaning schedules and other forms as required by the food safety plan.
• Assist the efficient and accurate administration of stock and portion control.
• Participate and be part of the creation of creative seasonal menu inspiration and input in consultation with the Food & Beverage Manager to best serve students.
• Ensure proper storage of perishables and stock rotation.
• Ensure all kitchen areas are maintained in a clean, tidy and safe manner.
• Support and coach casual Food & Beverage Attendants in correct portioning, meal presentation, and efficient service expectations.
• Ability to identify, prioritise and implement cost effective solutions, respecting Arc’s status as a not-for-profit organisation.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Selection Criteria

• Certificate III in commercial cookery or higher.
• 3+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or similar positions.
• Demonstrated experience in a bulk-cooking environment, such as banqueting, catering, large buffets or large kitchen operations - highly desirable.
• Knowledge and previous use of bulk-cooking equipment, such as rational ovens, Bratt pans, blast chillers etc.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, train and supervise others in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of current food trends, innovation and best practice.
• Seasonal menu planning and understanding of budget constraints.
• Demonstrated experience at filling kitchen documentation as required, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules and other forms as required by the food safety plan.
• Current Food Safety Supervisors Certificate.
• HACCP or similar experience.

What We Can Offer You

• A casual hourly rate of $36.81/ hr
• A unique opportunity to positively impact students
• A fun, fast and driven environment with lots of potential for learning and growth
• Awesome professional experience working in a sector leading organisation
• Convenient location on UNSW Kensington Campus

Applications close on Friday 30th October 11:59pm. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.