Chef de Partie - La Piazza

Sports Endeavors, LLC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Meal allowance

Employee rewards

Job summary

La Piazza in South West Sydney is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a section in a busy, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare and present dishes to the highest standard, collaborate with the team and ensure food safety and hygiene practices are followed.

You should bring 2–3 years of Chef de Partie experience, relevant commercial cookery qualifications and a strong work ethic. A rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications.
• Experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Sound understanding of food safety and HACCP principles.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes in line with recipes and standards.
• Managing your section efficiently during service.
• Coordinating with kitchen team for timely meals delivery.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP.
• Contributing to a safe, positive kitchen culture and supporting peers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Commercial cookery qualifications

Job description

About Us

La Piazza is the heart of Italian dining in South West Sydney and one of the busiest and most vibrant restaurants within the Bankstown Sports precinct. Known for its warm atmosphere, authentic Italian flavours and high-volume service, La Piazza brings people together over exceptional food, quality ingredients and genuine hospitality.

Our kitchen team is passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences every day, combining traditional Italian favourites with consistency, energy and attention to detail. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a talented Chef de Partie (Full-Time) to join our team and play a key role in maintaining the high standards our guests have come to expect.

About the Role

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running your section with confidence, ensuring every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard. Working within a fast-paced, high-volume environment, you will collaborate closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver exceptional food while maintaining excellence in food safety, cleanliness and service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking dishes in line with established recipes and presentation standards
• Managing your section efficiently during service
• Coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure timely delivery of meals
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and portion control
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements
• Contributing to a safe, positive and productive kitchen culture
• Supporting team members and helping drive operational excellence

About You

You are a passionate and motivated chef who takes pride in producing quality food and thrives in a busy kitchen environment. You bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 2–3 years' experience in a Chef de Partie or similar role
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
• Sound understanding of food safety practices and HACCP principles
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A professional approach with honesty, integrity and reliability
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Why Join Us?

• Join one of the liveliest and most popular Italian dining destinations in the region
• Work with fresh, quality ingredients in a dynamic kitchen environment
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, development and excellence
• Access ongoing learning, mentoring and career progression opportunities
• Free secure parking
• Generous daily meal allowance across our venues
• Employee recognition and rewards programs