Chef de Partie — Fine-Dining Kitchen Lead

Sofitel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is seeking a Chef de Partie for Atelier, our award-winning fine-dining restaurant. You will own your kitchen section, ensuring precise preparation, cooking and plating to our high standards in a fast-paced, luxury hotel kitchen.

Join a passionate culinary team, collaborate with Senior Chefs, contribute to menu development and guide junior colleagues. A Certificate in Commercial Cookery and Australian working rights are required to thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chef de Partie or similar high-end kitchen role.
• Experience in a high-end, fine-dining or luxury hotel kitchen environment.
• Strong preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your designated section, ensuring all preparation and service requirements are met.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with Atelier's recipes, specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, portion control and presentation.
• Coordinate daily mise en place and ensure your section is organised and service-ready.
• Work closely with the Senior Chefs and wider Culinary team to deliver seamless service.
• Support menu preparation and contribute ideas for new dishes and culinary improvements.
• Monitor stock levels, manage supplies and ensure appropriate storage and rotation of ingredients.
• Minimise food wastage and use ingredients responsibly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workstation throughout preparation and service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation and HACCP requirements.
• Support and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and encouraging development.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of dishes leaving your section.
• Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with the wider kitchen team to support smooth operations.
• Contribute to a positive, professional and collaborative kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Fine dining experience

Food safety HACCP knowledge

Teamwork & communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Certificate in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is seeking a Chef de Partie for Atelier, our award-winning fine-dining restaurant. You will own your kitchen section, ensuring precise preparation, cooking and plating to our high standards in a fast-paced, luxury hotel kitchen.

Join a passionate culinary team, collaborate with Senior Chefs, contribute to menu development and guide junior colleagues. A Certificate in Commercial Cookery and Australian working rights are required to thrive in this role.