Chef de Partie: Elevate Seafood Kitchen Mastery

Gambaro Hospitality Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gambaro Hospitality Group seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join Pipi's Seafood Restaurant in Coolangatta. This full-time role focuses on a designated kitchen station, ensuring consistent quality, precise preparation, and excellent presentation for high-paced service.

You will supervise juniors, maintain strict food safety standards, and contribute to menu development while upholding Gambaro’s renowned dining experience. Relevant cookery certificates are desirable.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' professional kitchen experience in a similar or higher role.
• Specialised station expertise (sauce, pastry, larder, grill, fish, or vegetable).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles.
• Excellent culinary skills with attention to detail and consistency.
• Proven supervisory experience leading junior staff.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak service.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Culinary qualifications or formal training (e.g., Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery) desirable.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Passion for food quality and continuous culinary improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee your assigned station, maintaining full responsibility for food quality, portion control, and presentation standards
• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes, menus, and culinary standards
• Supervise junior kitchen staff and apprentices, providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with all relevant regulations
• Monitor stock levels and ingredient usage, reporting any shortages or quality issues to the Head Chef
• Assist in the development and refinement of menu items and plating techniques
• Ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals during service periods
• Collaborate effectively with other kitchen sections to support smooth operations
• Contribute to a positive team environment and uphold the values and standards of Gambaro Hospitality Group

Skills

Food safety & HACCP

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Quality control

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Gambaro Hospitality Group seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join Pipi's Seafood Restaurant in Coolangatta. This full-time role focuses on a designated kitchen station, ensuring consistent quality, precise preparation, and excellent presentation for high-paced service.

You will supervise juniors, maintain strict food safety standards, and contribute to menu development while upholding Gambaro’s renowned dining experience. Relevant cookery certificates are desirable.