Chef de Partie

Accor · Canberra · A$4,000/month (stated in the posting)

Company Description

At Accor, hospitality is a work of heart. We value passion, integrity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where every team member can thrive. With over 4,000 hotels in 90+ countries, Accor offers endless opportunities to grow your career across a wide range of globally loved brands. Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

This position is based at Accor's flagship Canberra hotel, Novotel Canberra, a 286-room property in the heart of the city, directly opposite the light rail. Our hotel features eight versatile conferencing and event spaces, hosting everything from corporate groups and government agencies to sporting teams and social events, making every day dynamic and engaging.

As part of the Novotel Canberra team, you'll enjoy a range of exceptional benefits that make life and work more rewarding, including:

Accor Global Discounts — incredible savings on hotel stays and food & beverage worldwide, extended to your friends and family
Career progression opportunities across Accor's extensive national and international network
Complimentary dry cleaning for your work attire
Free barista-made coffee or tea daily
A central location steps from transport, cafés and shopping
Exposure to a collaborative hotel leadership team, providing opportunities to broaden your commercial expertise and professional development

Job Description

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our Kitchen team on a full-time basis.

In this role, you will support the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, food safety and kitchen operations. You will take ownership of your designated section and play a key role in mentoring junior team members and ensuring smooth service operations.

You will be responsible for:

Preparing and presenting high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and brand standards
Proven experience working on grill and hot pan sections in a high-volume kitchen environment
Managing your designated kitchen section to ensure efficient service and food consistency
Supervising kitchen operations in the absence of senior chefs as required
Maintaining stock rotation practices and minimising food wastage
Assisting with ordering, stock control and ensuring adequate mise en place for service
Coaching and supporting mor junior kitchen team members
Ensuring all kitchen areas, equipment and workstations are maintained to the highest cleanliness standards
Liaising with Food & Beverage and Conference & Events teams to ensure seamless guest experiences
Supporting conference, event and restaurant operations with high-quality food production
Complying with all food safety, HACCP, WHS and hygiene requirements

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and enjoys developing their culinary skills while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone with:

Relevant trade qualifications in Commercial Cookery
Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Demi Chef in a hotel, restaurant or catering environment
Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen hygiene standards
Experience supervising or mentoring junior kitchen staff
Excellent organisational and time management skills
A genuine passion for quality food and hospitality
Strong attention to detail and presentation standards
The ability to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment
A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Additional Information

If you are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and are looking to develop your career with a global hospitality leader, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now!

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