Demi Chefs & Chef de Parties | edition Hospitality

Edition Hospitality Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rosters

Competitive remuneration and tips paid

Career growth across edition venues

Ongoing training and mentorship

WSET training

Staff discounts

Referrals bonuses

Job summary

Edition Hospitality Pty Ltd is seeking talented Demi Chefs and Chef de Parties to join its Melbourne venues, bringing passion for exceptional Victorian produce, woodfire cooking and a commitment to quality.

We offer flexible rosters, competitive remuneration with weekly tips, and strong opportunities to grow your career across the edition Hospitality portfolio, with ongoing training and WSET pathways to support professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Chef in a high-volume premium restaurant or wine bar.
• An understanding of French or Italian cuisine and techniques (advantageous but not a requirement)
• A genuine passion for hospitality, with a strong commitment to quality and continuous learning
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a collaborative approach to teamwork

Responsibilities

• Cook in high-volume premium restaurant environments, delivering quality dishes.
• Support the team in maintaining kitchen standards, workflow and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with chefs and management to uphold brand hospitality across venues.

Skills

Chef experience

French/Italian cuisine understanding

Teamwork

Job description

Edition Hospitality Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC

edition Hospitality is home to two of Melbourne's most celebrated dining destinations: Reine & La Rue and Florentino.

Reine & La Rue

Reine & La Rue is a two-hatted modern French restaurant set within Melbourne's historic Stock Exchange building. Celebrated for its refined French cuisine, exceptional Victorian produce and one of Australia's most distinctive wine collections, the venue has quickly established itself as one of the city's premier dining experiences. The recent addition of Privé expands the offering with an intimate space for elevated dining and events.

Florentino

Florentino is a Melbourne institution, celebrated for nearly a century as a symbol of classic, sophisticated Italian dining. Nestled in the heart of the city’s food and wine culture, Florentino has long stood as a cornerstone of Melbourne dining, cherished for its timeless Italian hospitality.

Today, Florentino is home to four distinctive venues: two-hatted Florentino Dining Room, Café Florentino, Cellar Bar and the newly opened Back of House.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for talented Demi Chefs and Chef de Parties to join our team who are passionate about exceptional Victorian produce, woodfire cooking, craftsmanship and creating memorable experiences for guests. We're looking for someone who is driven by quality, enjoys working in high-performing kitchens and is looking to grow their career within one of Australia's leading hospitality groups.

Our ideal candidates will have

• At least 2 years' experience as a Chef in a high-volume premium restaurant or wine bar
• An understanding of French or Italian cuisine and techniques (advantageous but not a requirement)
• A genuine passion for hospitality, with a strong commitment to quality and continuous learning
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a collaborative approach to teamwork

What We Offer

• Flexible rosters
• Competitive remuneration and tips paid weekly
• Genuine opportunities to grow your career across the edition Hospitality portfolio
• Ongoing training, mentorship and professional development to support your long-term career growth
• Access to WSET training
• The opportunity to work alongside some of most respected hospitality professionals
• A collaborative team culture built on respect, professionalism and genuine hospitality
• Opportunities for interstate and cross-venue opportunities within edition Hospitality
• Generous staff discount of up to 50% across all edition venues
• Referrals bonuses

Who We Are

Established in 2013 edition is a hospitality group dedicated to delivering memorable restaurant experiences rooted in generosity, warmth, and care. We aspire to influence the hospitality industry in a way that can evolve and grow past the one we inherited. edition’s venues are: NOMAD Sydney, NOMAD Melbourne, NOMAD Brisbane, Reine & La Rue, Privé, Florentino Dining Room, Cafe Florentino, Cellar Bar and Back of House.

For more information on our venues, visit www.editiongroup.au.