Chef de Partie: Flame Kitchen, Mentoring & Growth

Hyatt Centric; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary & discounted Hyatt stays

Gym & pool access

Daily barista coffee

Discounted dining at Langlands

Career development & mentorship

Complimentary laundry

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is seeking a Chef De Partie to join the on-site culinary team in Melbourne's CBD. You will assist the Executive Sous Chef, supervise kitchen sections, and lead a team to deliver Melbourne's best dishes and experiences.

The role requires 2+ years in a fast-paced, high-end environment, along with HACCP knowledge and strong meat and flame-led cooking skills. This position offers a dynamic, collaborative culture and opportunities for growth within Langlands Restaurant & Bar.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a fast-paced high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in Modern Australian and Classic European cuisine.
• Certificate IV Commercial Cookery or higher.
• HACCP and local Food Safety Handling & Hygiene knowledge.
• Lead by example, train and mentor junior chefs, and confidently manage all kitchen sections to maintain operational excellence.
• Flexible to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.
• Well-developed computer skills, particularly in MS Office, to assist with kitchen administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior team members.
• Maintain section readiness and organisation to ensure efficiency.
• Foster positive team culture between back of house and front of house.
• Assist with running shifts and ensuring basic kitchen standards are met when senior staff are offsite.
• Comply with hotel policies and food safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain the quality and quantity of all dishes served.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentorship

Kitchen supervision

Food safety knowledge

HACCP knowledge

MS Office

Education

Certificate IV Commercial Cookery

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is seeking a Chef De Partie to join the on-site culinary team in Melbourne's CBD. You will assist the Executive Sous Chef, supervise kitchen sections, and lead a team to deliver Melbourne's best dishes and experiences.

The role requires 2+ years in a fast-paced, high-end environment, along with HACCP knowledge and strong meat and flame-led cooking skills. This position offers a dynamic, collaborative culture and opportunities for growth within Langlands Restaurant & Bar.