Chef de Partie - Kings Canyon

Discovery Parks; Macdonnell Region; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised accommodation

Meals included

Staff discounts

Career development opportunities

Remote living benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Kings Canyon, part of the G’day Group, invites a seasoned Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section at a remote resort in Kings Canyon. You will collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development, oversee stock control, and mentor junior team members while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests from around the world.

You’ll contribute to food safety, HACCP compliance, and maintain high standards of quality and presentation in a high-volume, remote setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, or an experienced Commis Chef ready to step into the next stage of your career.
• Relevant trade qualifications in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent industry experience).
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens, with remote, resort or tourism experience highly regarded.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene practices and kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive team player who takes pride in producing quality food and enjoys mentoring others.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, creativity and delivering memorable dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes across restaurant service and staff dining, ensuring consistency and exceptional presentation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef on menu development, recipe preparation, ordering and stock control.
• Monitor portion control, food quality, stock rotation and wastage to support cost-effective kitchen operations.
• Supervise and support junior chefs, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in line with Food Safety and HACCP requirements.
• Assist with kitchen administration, stocktakes and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Food safety awareness

Team mentoring

Menu development input

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Stock control

Job description

G’day Group

G’day Group is the undisputed leader in regional travel, with over 85 properties and a network of over 300 parks across Australia’s most sensational destinations. We have a range of the best accommodation to bring people, places, and communities closer together.

About Us

G’day Group is the undisputed leader in regional travel, with over 85 properties and a network of over 300 parks across Australia’s most sensational destinations. We have a range of the best accommodation to bring people, places, and communities closer together.

Discovery Kings Canyon

Say g’day to more of Australia and join us at Discovery Kings Canyon to experience the wonder of the Red Centre. Set halfway between Uluru and Alice Springs and on the doorstep of the unforgettable outback landscapes of Watarrka National Park - we are proud co-custodians of this sacred site of the Luritja and Arrente peoples. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of the Traditional Owners, connected to this land for over 30,000 years. Join our team and experience the wonder of the outback surrounds while connecting people to nature, networks and communities.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our team at Discovery Kings Canyon, where you'll work in one of Australia's most iconic destinations while helping deliver exceptional dining experiences to guests from around the world. This is far more than your average kitchen role. Working alongside our Head Chef and Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your section, contribute to menu development, assist with ordering and stock control and mentor junior team members. If you're looking for a role where you can showcase your skills, have input into the menu and grow your career in a supportive, high-performing kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes across restaurant service and staff dining, ensuring consistency and exceptional presentation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef on menu development, recipe preparation, ordering and stock control.
• Monitor portion control, food quality, stock rotation and wastage to support cost-effective kitchen operations.
• Supervise and support junior chefs, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in line with Food Safety and HACCP requirements.
• Assist with kitchen administration, stocktakes and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, or an experienced Commis Chef ready to step into the next stage of your career.
• Relevant trade qualifications in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent industry experience).
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens, with remote, resort or tourism experience highly regarded.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene practices and kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive team player who takes pride in producing quality food and enjoys mentoring others.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, creativity and delivering memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

• Subsidised accommodation and meals, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the unique lifestyle and team culture at Kings Canyon Resort.
• Exclusive staff discounts for you and your family on accommodation and tours across our network
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities with pathways to grow within the business.
• A unique lifestyle opportunity to live and work amongst the breathtaking landscapes of Kings Canyon, in the heart of Australia's Red Centre.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role *

This is a remote role, where you will be living and working at Kings Canyon. As such, please consider the reality of living in a remote location for an extended period of time. G'day Group offers competitive remuneration and remote living benefits. We also offer career development and learning opportunities including structured training programs and on the job experience and mentoring.

This role includes extensive manual handling tasks including lifting up to 20kg kneeling and squatting, as well as handling chemicals and utilising machinery

• Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges.

The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.