Chef de Partie — Luxury Dining, Lead & Train

Raes On Wategos; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Raes on Wategos in Byron Bay is seeking qualified and professional Chefs to join our Dining Room and Cellar Bar teams under the guidance of Executive Chef Jason Saxby. We welcome career-driven individuals who can bring skill, creativity and a positive influence to our kitchen, in both casual and full-time capacities.

Candidates should have a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a Diploma in Hospitality, with 1–2 years in a luxury high-volume venue, and Australian work experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate IV in commercial cookery or diploma in hospitality.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in a high-volume luxury dining venue (international resorts or luxury hotels)
• Australian work experience is mandatory
• Able to work on both weekdays and weekends
• Understand food safety and HACCP
• Ability to prioritise and manage time efficiently
• Demonstrate leadership and ability to train staff
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• A passion for great food and excellent guest service

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head Chef and Sous Chefs to develop creative and distinctive dishes and contribute to menu ideas.
• Control food costs through portion control and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Establish processes to maintain high levels of food storage, kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.
• Ensure food safety for dishes with special dietaries (allergies, intolerances).
• Implement stock rotation and shelf-life criteria.
• Present the menu in a creative and professional manner.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and taste.
• Develop service procedures and timings with the Sous Chef.
• Assist in recruitment, induction and training of kitchen staff.
• Receive and quality control cooking materials.
• Minimise energy waste and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Ensure the kitchen operates profitably and smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Guest service

Interpersonal skills

Passion for food

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma in Hospitality

Job description

Raes on Wategos in Byron Bay is seeking qualified and professional Chefs to join our Dining Room and Cellar Bar teams under the guidance of Executive Chef Jason Saxby. We welcome career-driven individuals who can bring skill, creativity and a positive influence to our kitchen, in both casual and full-time capacities.

Candidates should have a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a Diploma in Hospitality, with 1–2 years in a luxury high-volume venue, and Australian work experience.