Chef de Partie - Fast-Paced Pub Kitchen & Growth

Harbour Hospitality & Lifestyle; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurrajong Hotel in Erskineville, a newly opened venue, is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team and deliver high‑quality dishes that reflect our commitment to excellence.

You will assist in daily kitchen operations, supervise junior staff, help develop seasonal menu items with the Head Chef, and maintain cleanliness and food safety standards. This full‑time role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chef de Partie or in a busy kitchen.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent cooking skills and a passion for food.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Full Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high quality dishes in accordance with the menu and standards.
• Assist in kitchen operations, including inventory control and food safety compliance.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, ensuring recipe adherence.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and workstations.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering supplies as needed.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared promptly and meet quality standards.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Evenings/weekends availability

Strong cooking skills

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kurrajong Hotel in Erskineville, a newly opened venue, is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team and deliver high‑quality dishes that reflect our commitment to excellence.

You will assist in daily kitchen operations, supervise junior staff, help develop seasonal menu items with the Head Chef, and maintain cleanliness and food safety standards. This full‑time role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends.