The Waterfront Tavern is looking for a Chef De Partie.
We are looking for skilled, committed and creative people to execute the culinary vision of the executive chef, Head Chef & Management and to contribute their own creativity and ideas. A person who not only has leadership abilities but can take direction as well as give it. In our start-up environment, the Chef de Partie position is hands-on. He or She will help execute stylings of wholesome modern bistro food that will bring delight and awe to the eyes and palates of the many types of guests hosted by the property.
The Chef de Partie is responsible for keeping a portion of line cooks or station chefs on time and organised during production. In our kitchen the Chef de Partie may also be a station cook and assist with cookIng, preparation and plating. Because Chef de Partie may be the kitchen's fourth in command, they need to be trustworthy. experienced and operate in a professional respectful demeanour and appearance.
- The role is 38 hours over a 4 day week.
Example of responsibilities:
• Mise-en-place preparation and rashness.
• Ensuring that all stocks are kept under optimum conditions.
• Cooking and service of food according to the restaurant's quality and service standards.
• Safety and cleanliness of all kitchen and food storage areas.
• Ensuring high levels of kitchen team performance.
• Contributing to creating a harmonious environment amongst all staff within the restaurant.
• To deputise in the junior Sous Chef's absence and take charge of the kitchen when directed to do so.
The ideal applicant will have:
• Must have at least 2 years culinary experience in a CDP role with minimum requirement having completed a Cert III in commercial cookery.
• Has group leadership ability must hold a food handlers certificate. A food safety supervisor certificate would be positive too.
• Be a motivated team player looking for a challenge and a future
• Detail a high personal presentation standard.
• Be RELIABLE and have detail initiative.
Only applicants with working rights in Australia will be contacted