- Best-In-Class Training via Hunter Street Academy at Your Fingertips
- Paid Community Service Leave | Group-Wide Mobility
- Weekly Payroll | 25% Food & Beverage Discount
About the Brand
Spice Temple celebrates the bold flavours and regional diversity of Chinese cuisine, offering a modern interpretation of dishes from Sichuan, Yunnan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangxi, and Xinjiang. With venues in Sydney and Melbourne, Spice Temple showcases high-quality produce, crafted into shareable dishes that highlight both tradition and innovation.
Hunter Street Hospitality is a leading Australian hospitality group, operating a diverse portfolio of over 40 venues across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.
Spice Temple Sydney is looking for both Full Time and Casual chefs to join their expanding team!
What We Offer
- Fast-Track Progression: We recognise talent early and promote quickly from within.
- Hands-On Training: Learn on the job with Hunter Street Academy support.
- Strong Leadership: Learn from experienced leaders who support your growth every day.
- Exclusive Perks: Food and beverage discounts and private health insurance discounts.
About the Role
- Lead and manage your designated section, ensuring the consistent delivery of premium, contemporary Chinese cuisine to the highest standard.
- Execute dishes with precision, maintaining exceptional quality, presentation, and portion control during service.
- Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and senior team to uphold the restaurant’s culinary vision and operational excellence.
- Supervise and support junior team members within your section, fostering efficiency, communication, and professional growth.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and WH&S standards while ensuring a clean, organised, and high-performing workstation.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated success as a Chef de Partie within a premium dining environment, ideally with strong exposure to contemporary or traditional Chinese cuisine.
- Formal Training: A recognised qualification in Commercial Cookery is essential, with a strong grasp of classical techniques, kitchen operations, and section management.
Safety & Hygiene Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of WH&S regulations and food safety standards, with the ability to consistently maintain and enforce best practices within your section.
- Commitment to Excellence: A genuine passion for culinary craft, creativity in execution, and a drive to continuously refine skills while contributing positively to team performance and kitchen culture.
