Chef de Partie — Event Kitchen Lead

Nv-Employment-Pty-Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Navarra is seeking a Chef de Partie to manage a designated kitchen section, ensuring consistently high-quality dishes for weddings and events. You will uphold Navarra standards, training junior staff and maintaining strict hygiene practices across busy service periods.

Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you’ll support portion control, stock rotation, and menu execution while contributing to a positive kitchen culture and efficient event delivery.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef, Head Chef, and Sous Chef in delivering all food service operations for weddings, events, and functions.
• Manage and oversee a designated section of the kitchen during preparation and service periods.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to Navarra's quality and presentation standards.
• Coordinate workflow within the allocated section to maintain efficiency during high-volume service periods.
• Ensure all client dietary requirements are accurately and safely catered for.
• Maintain strong communication with kitchen, front-of-house, and event teams to ensure seamless event execution.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Navarra is seeking a Chef de Partie to manage a designated kitchen section, ensuring consistently high-quality dishes for weddings and events. You will uphold Navarra standards, training junior staff and maintaining strict hygiene practices across busy service periods.

Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you’ll support portion control, stock rotation, and menu execution while contributing to a positive kitchen culture and efficient event delivery.