Chef De Partie in Melbourne

Langlands Restaurant & Bar is a Melbourne grill & dining room set above the city, featuring flame-led, hibachi cooking paired with a local wine list. We celebrate local produce to deliver thoughtful, contemporary flavours that are bold, flavour-driven, and full of character. Our menu is compact and seasonal, shaped by the very best of Victorian and Australian ingredients, with generous dishes made to share.

The Chef De Partie at Hyatt Centric Melbourne plays a vital role within the Culinary team, responsible for assisting the Executive Sous Chef with the smooth and efficient operation of the hotel’s kitchens. This includes supervising team members and creating Melbourne's best dishes and experiences.

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Lead and mentor junior team members
• Maintain section readiness and organisation to ensure efficiency and cleanliness throughout service
• Foster positive team culture between both back of house and front of house
• Assist with running shifts and ensuring basic kitchen standards are met when Sous Chefs and Executive Sous Chef are offsite
• Comply with all prescribed hotel policies and food safety standards
• Monitor and maintain the quality and quantity of all dishes to be served

Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience working in a fast-paced high-end restaurant or hotel
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in Modern Australian and Classic European cuisine
• Certificate IV Commercial Cookery or higher
• HACCP & local Food Safety Handling & Hygiene knowledge
• Lead by example, train and mentor junior chefs, and confidently manage all kitchen sections to maintain operational excellence
• Flexible to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
• Well-developed computer skills particularly in the use of MS Office, to assist with kitchen administration

Culture Statement:

We Are Team Centric! Team Centric brings together all departments with a “got your back” attitude. We embrace flexibility and enable adaptability both inside and outside our roles. We encourage each other to be our authentic selves and to create meaningful, personalized experiences for our colleagues and guests. Each team member plays a vital role in fostering a sense of belonging and purpose at work. Collaborating together, we promote growth and spark innovation, using our pride to strive toward collective goals and fuelling our passion for what we do. Our team respects each other's uniqueness, ensuring everyone feels safe, valued, and included.

Hyatt Centric Melbourne features 277 chic guestrooms and suites, an upscale restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and a 25‑metre indoor pool—making it the perfect launchpad for exploring Melbourne. Langlands Restaurant & Bar on level 25 is the hotel's signature dining destination, drawing on Melbourne's food culture for a menu and drinks program suited to celebrations of every kind.

Hyatt Centric employees enjoy, but are not limited to:

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Free use of Hotel Gym & Pool facilities
• Complimentary barista coffee daily
• Discounted dining in our Langlands’ Restaurant and Bar
• Investment in your career development through training, opportunities and mentorship
• Complimentary laundry for work-related items