Join Our Family-Owned Restaurant in Lightsview!
We're looking for a passionate and motivated Chef de Partie to join our close-knit team. As a family-owned restaurant, we take pride in creating exceptional food and memorable dining experiences for our local community and beyond.
If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and have a genuine passion for quality food, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
Working closely with the Head Chef and owners, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, helping to deliver consistently high-quality dishes while maintaining a positive and efficient working environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the daily operations of the kitchen alongside the Head Chef and owners, confidently overseeing kitchen operations when required.
- Communicate with the kitchen team each day to coordinate food preparation, manage bookings, estimate service requirements, and monitor stock levels.
- Work efficiently and collaboratively during both busy service periods and quieter shifts.
- Assist the Head Chef in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Keep your section clean, organised, and running smoothly throughout every service.
- Prepare and deliver meals with care while confidently accommodating customers' dietary requirements.
- Ensure all Work Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hygiene, and HACCP standards are consistently met.
- Contribute ideas towards menu development, seasonal dishes, and rotating specials.
- Foster a positive team culture by supporting and encouraging your fellow kitchen staff.
About You
We're looking for someone who is passionate about hospitality and takes pride in their work. Ideally, you'll have:
- A Trade Qualification or Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery.
- At least 1–2 years' experience in a similar Chef de Partie or senior kitchen role.
- A genuine passion for cooking and a willingness to continually learn and develop.
- The ability to remain calm, organised, and focused during busy service periods.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with a positive, can-do attitude.
- A commitment to producing high-quality food with excellent attention to detail.
- A solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles.
Why Join Us?
- Become part of a welcoming, family-owned business that values its people.
- Work with a supportive team that genuinely enjoys what they do.
- Have the opportunity to contribute creatively to menu development and specials.
- Enjoy a positive workplace where your ideas, skills, and growth are encouraged.
If you're ready to bring your passion, creativity, and leadership to our kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
