Chef De Partie – Travel & Fine-Dining Across Au/Nz

Junee Southern Cross; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystalbrook Kingsley in Newcastle seeks a dedicated Chef de Partie to own a designated kitchen section and assist the Exec and Head Chefs in delivering high‑quality dishes. You will coach junior staff, maintain hygiene and presentation standards, and contribute to seasonal menus.

This full‑time CDP role requires a trade cooking qualification, Australian work rights, and flexibility across early morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Trade cooking qualifications are essential.
• Australian work rights required.
• Experience in a similar role is preferable.
• Respectful and professional approach to work with a team.
• Passion for food and desire to learn.
• Adaptable, resilient and capable under pressure.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Commitment to safe work practices and a safe environment.
• Flexible availability: mornings 5.30am start, followed by mid and evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Actively share ideas to improve environment and menus.
• Maintain consistency for a la carte and buffet menus per recipes and standards.
• Communicate effectively with team and seek guest feedback.
• Demonstrate confidence in preparation and cooking techniques.
• Monitor dish quality from prep to presentation.
• Work closely with the team in all kitchen operations.
• Follow established food safety and handling guidelines.
• Manage stock rotation, monitor stock levels, assist with food costing.
• Respect and apply Work Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Physical fitness

Education

Trade cooking qualifications

Job description

• What Chef De Partie Travel Fine Dining Across ...

Novotel Newcastle Beach is positioned a moment’s walk from Newcastle Beach one of Australia’s most celebrated surf breaks.Known for our relaxed atmosphere and welcoming service culture, the hotel caters to a diverse mix of corporate & leisure guests, along with families and groups.

The kitchen plays a key role in shaping the guest experience, with a strong focus on teamwork, development, and maintaining high operational standards across all areas of service. Our food offerings are across the Dalby Restaurant & Bar along with a busy calendar of conferences & events across 4 conference rooms.

Novotel Newcastle Beach is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

Full‑Time Chef De Partie
You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.
What you will be doing:

• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the environment and menus.
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to property recipes and standards.
• Communicate effectively with the rest of the team and thrive for guest feedback.
• Demonstrate confidence and competence in preparation and cooking techniques.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of dishes at all stages, including preparation and presentation.
• Work closely with the team in all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Follow and demonstrate established guidelines for food safety and handling.
• Ensure appropriate stock rotation, monitor stock levels, and assist with food costing and control, where required.
• Demonstrate high respect and understanding for Work Health & Safety procedures.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements;

• Trade cooking qualifications are essential.
• Have Australian Work rights
• Previous experience in a similar role and environment, with experience function’s is preferable.
• Respectful and professional approach to work and working with a team.
• A passion and appreciation for food and a desire to learn.
• Ability to adapt, show resilience, and maintain high standards when under pressure.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Care and competence in maintaining high standards, even when under pressure.
• Be physically fit to perform role-related tasks, including working on your feet, heavy lifting, and movement of goods.
• An understanding of safe work practices with a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Must have flexible availability, mornings shift from 5.30am, then mid shiftsand evening shiftsfrom 2pm.

Additional Information

This role is employed under the Hospitality Industry General Award Hourly Rates for Full‑Time CDP.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Crystalbrook Kingsley is Newcastle's iconic five‑star hotel, bringing together elegant design, modern luxury and a deep connection to the cultural heart of the city.

Located in the former Council Administration Centre, Kingsley offers 130 beautifully appointed rooms, the spectacular rooftop Roundhouse restaurant and bar, lobby bar and café, and premium meeting and event spaces.

As Chef de Partie, you'll take ownership of a designated section within our kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef and Head Chef to deliver consistently high‑quality food and exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

This is an opportunity to bring your culinary skills, creativity and attention to detail to a passionate kitchen team while continuing to develop your knowledge of products, recipes, techniques and modern hospitality operations.

Role Purpose

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie is responsible for managing a designated section of the kitchen and ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, quality and hygiene are maintained.

You'll be a hands‑on member of the kitchen team, preparing and presenting high‑quality dishes while providing guidance and on‑the‑job coaching to Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs working within your section.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Head Chef, you'll contribute to menu