Chef de Partie — Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

Operations; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Hotel discounts

EAP

Birthday leave

LinkedIn training

Job summary

Capella Sydney is seeking a talented chef to prepare and cook a wide range of dishes to exacting luxury standards. You will maintain high-quality plating, ensure clean workstations, and collaborate on menu development with the leadership team.

You will mentor junior kitchen staff, uphold food safety, and support inventory and ordering processes in a fast-paced, high-end environment at Capella Sydney.

Qualifications

• Tertiary education in Culinary/Hospitality Management.
• Experience in luxury hotels/resorts or renowned venues.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g. Certificate III in Commercial Cookery).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes in line with established recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality food presentation and plating across all service periods.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workstation at all times.
• Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine / Executive Chef on menu development and innovation.
• Support the growth of the team by training and mentoring junior kitchen colleagues.
• Adhere strictly to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with inventory control and the ordering of kitchen supplies.

Skills

English fluency

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Chef/kitchen knowledge

Organisational skills

Leadership mentoring

English proficiency for menus

Education

Culinary/Hospitality degree

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Capella Sydney is seeking a talented chef to prepare and cook a wide range of dishes to exacting luxury standards. You will maintain high-quality plating, ensure clean workstations, and collaborate on menu development with the leadership team.

You will mentor junior kitchen staff, uphold food safety, and support inventory and ordering processes in a fast-paced, high-end environment at Capella Sydney.