Chef de Partie - Warabi (Casual)

1GWUV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday perks

35% off food & beverages

Global room night discounts

Mentor/Buddy program

Career advancement

Job summary

Marriott International's W Melbourne hotel is seeking a part-time, non-management chef to lead and contribute to Warabi, an acclaimed Japanese dining concept within a luxury hotel. You will prepare, plate, and present high-quality dishes, supervise sections, train staff, and ensure mise en place and consistent execution during busy services.

You will bring strong HACCP knowledge, formal cookery qualifications, and flexibility to work weekends and mornings, with opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Supervisor background in high-volume commercial kitchen or luxury hotel kitchen, especially for Japanese cuisine, is advantageous.
• Experience preparing and servicing buffets, morning/afternoon tea, canape functions and plated banquets events is a huge plus.
• A passion for culinary artistry and a desire to innovate in the kitchen.
• A solid grasp of cooking techniques and a curiosity to learn more.
• Qualifications in Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent are preferred.
• Current Food Safety Certification and working knowledge of HACCP principles.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, public holidays, and early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with hotel standards.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items.
• Supervise kitchen sections; manage team performance and standard; conduct trainings for others.
• Deliver consistency in taste, texture, and presentation, no matter how busy the service.
• Ensure all mise en place is completed for service and replenished as required.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and kitchen procedures accurately.
• Champion and support in the creation and testing of new menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, and storage areas.
• Play as part of a high-energy, close-knit kitchen crew.
• Assist in stock control, rotation, and reporting shortages to supervisors.
• Uphold hotel brand standards and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Japanese cuisine

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Flexible shifts

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Additional Information
Job Number26139804
Job CategoryFood and Beverage & Culinary
Location408 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Victo 3000, AustraliaVIEW ON MAP
SchedulePart Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management

Are you excited to cook and create at our multi-award-winning venues?

Come and join Marriott International, the largest hotel network in the world. W Melbourne is one of Marriott's luxury brands, and our mission is to ignite curiosity and expand worlds. Our tribe is diverse and enabled to be the best version of themselves. If this sounds like your next workplace, read the below!

About the Hotel - W Melbourne

W Melbourne is the rebel between the streets, sitting in the heart of the Melbourne CBD on the iconic Flinders Lane, the luxury hotel takes its design cues from Australia's cultural capital and providing the back-lane entrance keys to what's New/Next in the city. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites peel back the layers and revel in the city's history. There are four electric and daring bars and restaurants within the hotel, plus over 800 square metres of ultra-modern event space. W Melbourne is set to be the place to see and be seen in.

About the Venue - Warabi.

A highly acclaimed Two Chef Hat award winner at the 2025 Australian Good Food Guide awards and Best Deluxe Restaurant from the TAA 2023, Warabi boasts an unparalleled mastery of Japanese culinary artistry that reveres age-old traditions. Through its ever-evolving set menu and a la carte menu, this culinary gem emphasizes seasonal ingredients and elevated beverage pairings meticulously crafted in an Omakase setting, celebrating the Kappo style of cuisine philosophy.

Why Choose W Melbourne?

• Competitive Salary and Reviews:Benefit from a competitive salary with an annual salary review every July.
• Mentor/Buddy Program:Benefit from our mentor/buddy program and thrive in a diverse, collaborative environment where we set you up for success.
• Career Advancement:Grow your career with Marriott International, with opportunities for interstate and global transfers through internal channels.
• Prime Location:Work in Melbourne CBD, conveniently close to public transport and public parking spaces.
• Birthday Perks:Celebrate your birthday with a paid day off because we value our rockstars – YOU!
• Exclusive Discounts:Enjoy 35% off food and beverages at W Melbourne, plus global room night discounts from Marriott International for you and your loved ones.
• Community Engagement:Participate in W Melbourne's Take Care initiatives and contribute to meaningful community service projects.
• Award-Winning Workplace:Be part of our success, working at a Certified Great Place to Work, with accolades including a Two Hatted Restaurant, Best Deluxe Restaurant, Award-Winning Event Spaces, and Award-Winning Bar Design.
• Employee Referral Bonus:Take advantage of our employee referral bonus and enjoy working alongside your tribe.

What We Expect of You

• Valid Australian Working Rights is essential, a sponsorship is not offered for this role.
• Supervisor background in high-volume commercial kitchen OR in luxury hotel kitchen environment, especially for Japanese cuisine, is advantageous.
• Experience preparing and servicing buffets, morning/afternoon tea, canape functions and plated banquets events is a huge plus.
• A passion for culinary artistry and a desire to innovate in the kitchen.
• A solid grasp of cooking techniques and a curiosity to learn more.
• Keen to take on new challenges and grow within your career.
• Qualifications in Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent are preferred.
• Current Food Safety Certification and working knowledge of HACCP principles.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, public holidays, and early mornings.

A Glance at What You Will Do

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with hotel standards.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items.
• Supervise kitchen sections; manage team performance and standard; conduct trainings for others
• Deliver consistency in taste, texture, and presentation, no matter how busy the service.
• Ensure all mise en place is completed for service and replenished as required.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and kitchen procedures accurately.
• Champion and support in the creation and testing of new menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, and storage areas.
• Play as part of a high-energy, close-knit kitchen crew.
• Assist in stock control, rotation, and reporting shortages to supervisors.
• Uphold hotel brand standards and contribute to a positive guest experience.

W Hotels' mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We're here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests' passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what's possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We’re constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.