Chef de Partie: Lead a High-Impact Kitchen Station

Gambaro Hospitality Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gambaro Hospitality Group in Coolangatta, Queensland, is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join the Awaken Cafe culinary team on a full-time basis. You will work with a skilled kitchen team to uphold high standards of preparation and presentation, delivering outstanding dining experiences in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

The role requires a recognised culinary qualification and at least two years of professional kitchen experience at de partie level, plus strong food safety

Qualifications

• A recognised culinary qualification or equivalent formal training in professional cookery.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a professional kitchen at de partie level or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Oversee and manage a kitchen section (e.g., sauces, grilling, pastry or vegetables) ensuring consistency and quality.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff within your section, providing guidance and training as required.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards, including proper storage, handling and preparation of ingredients.
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste within your designated section.
• Ensure equipment in your section is properly maintained, cleaned and stored.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
• Receive and respond to feedback from management and the front-of-house team to maintain quality standards.
• Contribute to menu development and suggest new dishes or improvements to existing offerings.
• Maintain accurate records of stock and communicate ordering requirements to management.

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Gambaro Hospitality Group in Coolangatta, Queensland, is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join the Awaken Cafe culinary team on a full-time basis. You will work with a skilled kitchen team to uphold high standards of preparation and presentation, delivering outstanding dining experiences in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

The role requires a recognised culinary qualification and at least two years of professional kitchen experience at de partie level, plus strong food safety