Chef De Partie - High-Volume Defence Kitchen, Full-Time

Ventia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary accommodation

Discounted accommodation

Gym and pool access

Free barista coffee

Discounted dining

Career development

Free laundry services

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is seeking a Chef De Partie to join the on-site culinary team in Melbourne. You will lead and mentor junior staff while maintaining section readiness and cleanliness during service.

You will foster a positive culture between back of house and front of house, assist with running shifts, and uphold hotel policies and food safety standards. A fast-paced, high-end kitchen environment awaits your expertise.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working 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 & 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 the use of MS Office, to assist with kitchen administration.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

2 years' experience

High-end restaurant experience

Modern Australian cuisine

Classic European cuisine

MS Office

Team leadership

Education

Certificate IV Commercial Cookery or higher

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Food safety handling & hygiene

Job description

Chef De Partie

Based on site in the Melbourne CBD, the Chef De Partie is a vital role within the Culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior team members
• Maintain section readiness and organisation to ensure efficiency and cleanliness throughout service
• Foster positive team culture between both back of house and front of house
• Assist with running shifts and ensuring basic kitchen standards are met when Sous Chefs and Executive Sous Chef are offsite
• Comply with all prescribed hotel policies and food safety standards
• Monitor and maintain the quality and quantity of all dishes to be served

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working 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 & 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 the use of MS Office, to assist with kitchen administration

Culture Statement

We celebrate local produce with flame led, hibachi cooking to deliver thoughtful, contemporary flavours.

Bold, flavour-driven and full of character. We're all about good food (and wine) without the fuss.

Langlands menu is compact and seasonal, shaped by the very best of Victorian and Australian ingredients. Dishes are generous and made to share. Stylish and warm, Langlands is designed for all occasions from midweek rituals to intimate gatherings. Savour generous dishes for the table. Linger for the views.

Location

Hyatt Centric Melbourne – Centrally located on Downie Street in Melbourne's Central Business District, featuring 277 chic guestrooms and suites, an upscale restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and a 25-metre indoor pool.

Langlands Restaurant & Bar on level 25 is the hotel's signature dining destination, drawing on Melbourne's food culture for a menu and drinks program suited to celebrations of every kind. The hotel is just minutes from the Docklands and Southbank precincts, close to the city's convention centres, entertainment and major sporting venues.

You are here. Now go anywhere.

Benefits

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Free use of Hotel Gym & Pool facilities
• Complimentary barista coffee daily
• Discounted dining in our Langlands' Restaurant and Bar
• Investment in your career development through training, opportunities and mentorship
• Complimentary laundry for work related items

Values

Our values of Empathy, Wellbeing, Experimentation, Inclusion, Integrity and Respect are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged. To get a peek of how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt.

Job Details

Primary Location: AU-VI-Melbourne

Organization: Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Culinary

Req ID: MEL

Position Type: Non-Management

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.