Experienced Chef de Partie Required in Gold Coast

Permanent full-time position

38 hours per week

Salary: $79,423 to $85,000 per annum plus superannuation

Empire Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook food in accordance with recipes and established standards.
• Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation.
• Assist in planning and developing menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Supervise food preparation and cooking activities.
• Train and support apprentices and junior kitchen staff.
• Manage stock ordering, stock rotation and inventory control.
• Minimise food wastage and maintain cost control measures.
• Ensure food is stored correctly in temperature-controlled environments.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.

Skills and Experience Required

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as a Chef.
• Experience working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Reliable, professional and self-motivated approach to work.