Chef de Partie - Luxury Resort Kitchen Leader

Rae's on Wategos; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rae's on Wategos in Byron Bay seeks qualified chefs to join our Dining Room and Cellar Bar teams under Executive Chef Jason Saxby. We value creativity, professionalism, and career-driven individuals for casual and full-time roles.

Candidates should have a food safety/HACCP understanding, 1–2 years in high-volume luxury dining, and Australian work rights. Availability for weekdays and weekends is required. Attractive remuneration and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Certificate IV in commercial cookery or diploma in hospitality.
• In absence of formal qualifications, significant commercial experience may substitute.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a high-volume dining venue.
• Australian work experience is mandatory.
• Be available to work on both weekdays and weekends.
• Understand food safety and HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head Chef and Sous Chefs to develop creative and distinctive dishes.
• Control food costs through portion control and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Establish processes for storage, kitchen cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Ensure food safety for special dietary requests.
• Implement stock rotation and shelf-life criteria.
• Present menus creatively and professionally.
• Develop service procedures with the Sous Chef.
• Assist in recruitment, induction, and training of kitchen staff.
• Receive and QC cooking materials.
• Minimise energy waste and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Ensure the kitchen operates profitably and smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Guest service

Food safety HACCP

Staff training

Creativity

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma in Hospitality

Job description

Rae's on Wategos in Byron Bay seeks qualified chefs to join our Dining Room and Cellar Bar teams under Executive Chef Jason Saxby. We value creativity, professionalism, and career-driven individuals for casual and full-time roles.

Candidates should have a food safety/HACCP understanding, 1–2 years in high-volume luxury dining, and Australian work rights. Availability for weekdays and weekends is required. Attractive remuneration and growth opportunities offered.