Chef de Partie — Fast-Paced Bistro Mastery & Mentorship

Smith St Bistrot; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time permanent position

Staff meals

Employee discounts at Smith St Bistrot

Professional development and training

Job summary

Smith St Bistrot in Collingwood, Victoria is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced, professional culinary environment where your expertise and passion for food will be valued and developed.

As Chef de Partie, you will lead your station, execute classic French techniques and modern cooking methods, mentor junior staff, and help maintain high hygiene and quality standards while supporting other sections as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a professional kitchen; 2+ years as Chef de Partie or equivalent.
• Strong skills in classical French techniques and modern cooking methods.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and high hygiene standards.
• Experience under pressure during service with consistent quality output.
• Excellent knife skills; capable with meat, fish, vegetables and sauces.
• Leadership and ability to mentor junior staff.
• Flexible shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Passion for quality ingredients, consistency and presentation.
• Food Safety Level 2 certificate (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee your assigned station; ensure mise en place is properly prepared.
• Prepare and cook dishes to high standards per recipes and plating specifications.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and quality control standards.
• Train, mentor and supervise junior kitchen staff at your station.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
• Adapt quickly to service demands and support other stations.
• Ensure all food is prepared within required timeframes and presented consistently.
• Contribute to menu development and offer creative ideas.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with team members and foster a positive kitchen culture.

Skills

Knife skills

Leadership

Team communication

Classical French techniques

Modern cooking methods

Food safety regulations

Shift flexibility

Quality ingredients

Education

Food Safety Level 2 certificate (desirable)

Job description

Smith St Bistrot in Collingwood, Victoria is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced, professional culinary environment where your expertise and passion for food will be valued and developed.

As Chef de Partie, you will lead your station, execute classic French techniques and modern cooking methods, mentor junior staff, and help maintain high hygiene and quality standards while supporting other sections as needed.