Chef de Partie & Demi Chefs

Kpat Hotels; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Avenue Bar & Cellar, part of Kpat Hotels, seeks creative culinary professionals for our upcoming venue opening on the Sunshine Coast. We value strong kitchen skills, a passion for fresh ingredients, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Previous premium venue experience is valued but not essential for qualified chefs eager to expand their skillset. Join a hands-on group dedicated to great food, memorable experiences, and community presence as we grow across Queensland.

Qualifications

• Strong kitchen skills and passion for fresh ingredients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in premium/high-level venues valued but not essential.
• Qualified chef eager to expand skills and explore a fresh culinary direction.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation - cook dishes to highest quality standards and on time.
• Kitchen Management - maintain equipment, cleanliness and organisation.
• Team Coordination - work with culinary team to deliver high quality food and service.
• Safety and Sanitation - uphold strict hygiene and safety standards.
• Menu Planning - assist with developing and refining menus.
• Communication - liaise with front of house and kitchen leads.
• Kitchen Safety - model and enforce safe practices across the kitchen.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen management

Team coordination

Safety & sanitation

Menu planning

Communication

Kitchen safety

Job description

What We're Looking For

First Avenue Bar & Cellar is seeking creative, passionate culinary professionals to join our team for our upcoming venue opening. We are looking for individuals with strong kitchen skills, a deep appreciation for fresh ingredients, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. While previous experience in a premium/high level venue is highly valued, it is not essential. If you are a qualified chef eager to expand your skillset, explore a fresh culinary direction and grow with us,

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation - Preparing and cooking food to the highest quality standards, ensuring all dishes are cooked to order and served on time.
• Kitchen Management - Managing the kitchen section, ensuring all equipment is in good working order, and maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.
• Team Coordination - Working seamlessly with the culinary team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality food and customer service.
• Safety and Sanitation - Ensuring the kitchen area is safe, clean, and follows the highest standards of sanitation.
• Menu Planning - Assisting with menu planning and development.
• Communication - Communicating clearly with front of house and kitchen leads
• Kitchen Safety - Role modelling and upholding strict food safety and cleanliness standards across the kitchen.

About Kpat Hotels

Founded in 2020 by Kenneth Wagner, Kpat Hotels is building a portfolio of contemporary accommodation, restaurants, bars and pubs across Queensland. Each venue is shaped by its location and designed to create places local people feel proud of. Places for memorable stays, milestone celebrations, weekends away or simply enjoying great food and good company. Our approach is hands on. We invest in, develop, construct and operate our venues, allowing ideas to move from concept to opening with a clear vision. From interior design and brand identity through to the guest experience on the floor, we believe the details matter. The goal is always the same. To create venues that feel considered, welcoming and enrich the fabric of their community. Hospitality, for us, is about how people feel when they walk through the door. The warmth of the welcome, the energy of the room and the memories people take away. With venues operating and more in development, Kpat Hotels continues to grow across Queensland. We look forward to welcoming passionate people who want to help create great places and memorable experiences for our guests and communities.

Interested in other roles

The Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel has various positions available across our other hotel venues. If these opportunities feels like a better fit for your skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.