Chef de Partie – Elite Events Kitchen Lead

RACV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee benefits

Discounts on RACV products & resorts

Laundered uniform

Training, development and career progr

Job summary

RACV City Club Melbourne seeks a Chef de Partie to deliver refined culinary experiences for members, corporate guests and premium events.

You will contribute to a high-volume, polished kitchen, mentor apprentices and junior chefs, and maintain high standards of food safety and presentation while supporting daily operations and staff development.

Join a trusted Australian brand known for quality and service, with opportunities to grow and work across conferences, functions and large-scale events.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher), Australia-recognised
• Experience in a 4–5 star hotel/resort or conference & events kitchen
• Strong technical foundation across food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Experience mentoring and supporting junior chefs in a professional kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, stock control and waste minimisation
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment with strong organisation and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Lead, train and support apprentices, cooks and junior chefs, providing clear feedback and guidance
• Foster a positive, professional kitchen culture and support continuous improvement
• Build strong working relationships across kitchen teams and RACV properties
• Deliver consistent, high-quality food across conferences, functions and events
• Cook confidently across multiple sections including hot kitchen, larder, pastry and butchery
• Manage section requisitions, stock rotation and waste minimisation
• Oversee day-to-day section operations, including mise en place and task delegation
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, sustainability and equipment handling

Job description

RACV City Club Melbourne seeks a Chef de Partie to deliver refined culinary experiences for members, corporate guests and premium events.

You will contribute to a high-volume, polished kitchen, mentor apprentices and junior chefs, and maintain high standards of food safety and presentation while supporting daily operations and staff development.

Join a trusted Australian brand known for quality and service, with opportunities to grow and work across conferences, functions and large-scale events.