Chef de Partie in Port Douglas

Situated in the heart of Port Douglas, one hour's drive north of Cairns in Far North Queensland, Peppers Beach Club combines beautifully appointed accommodation consisting of spa suites, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses all within walking distance to four-mile beach and the main street where you will find an array of local shopping options. Guests enjoy a lagoon style pool surrounded by lush palm trees where they can enjoy food and beverage offerings day and night from KOKO Poolside Bar & Kitchen. When enjoying your days off, there is plenty to keep you occupied, from the Daintree Rainforest to the Great Barrier Reef, there is so much to experience in this little slice of paradise!

Purpose

As Chef de Partie, you will play a pivotal role in delivering memorable dining experiences to our guests. Working closely with all members of the kitchen brigade, your role is to maintain high standards and contribute to the development of innovative and delicious dishes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage your kitchen section efficiently, ensuring a smooth service flow while providing assistance to other sections as needed.
• Take charge at the pass when required and keep a close eye on food and labour costs, staying within budget constraints.
• Maintain a consistent standard of high-quality, well-presented dishes that align with our property's guidelines and service timelines.
• Provide guidance and training to junior kitchen staff, helping them grow in their roles.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organised, with a strong emphasis on food safety standards.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen setting as a Demi Chef or Chef de Partie.
• Proficient knowledge of and adherence to local regulations, particularly in health, safety, and compliance matters, along with a solid grasp of HACCP management.
• A dedicated leader, focused on nurturing junior chefs, fostering their growth, and enhancing productivity.
• A certification in commercial cookery is required, and it is preferred that you also possess a valid certificate in safe food handling or food safety supervision.
• Strong organisational abilities for preparation, planning, and cost control.
• Flexibility to work across a range of shifts including weekends and public holidays as required.

Benefits

• ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
• Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you.
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays.
• Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor's industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy.
• Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide.
• Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career.

At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.