Chef De Partie

This is a "call to arms" for an experienced, creative and passionate culinary superstar to join the team at The Hamptons Bakery based in Elsternwick.

About The Hamptons Bakery

The Hamptons Bakery is a relaxed, comfortable home away from home bayside cafe and bakery, offering house baked breads, pastries and a full a la carte menu for its 80+ seated guests.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a full-time Chef de Partie to join our team. As the Chef de Partie, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations, working closely with our Head Chef and Sous Chefs to deliver exquisite dishes that exceed our guests' expectations.

Responsibilities will include:

• Station Management: Overseeing and managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standards and in accordance with our recipes and plating guidelines.
• Food Preparation: Preparing ingredients, cooking, and assembling dishes according to established recipes and specifications while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Team Collaboration: Working collaboratively with other members of the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and timely delivery of dishes.
• Quality Control: Monitoring food quality and presentation at your station, addressing any issues promptly to maintain our standards of excellence.
• Kitchen Organisation: Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Training and Development: Assisting in the training and development of junior kitchen staff, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster growth within the team.
• Food Safety & Hygiene: Ensuring the correct following of all food safety protocols and practices.

About You

You will have at least 2+ years’ experience as a Chef de Partie in a fast-paced environment with a commitment to delivering exceptional service and standards.

In addition you will:

• A minimum of Cert III in Commercial Cookery or relevant qualifications.
• Solid understanding of culinary techniques, cooking methods, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
• Practice exceptional Food Safety and OH&S standards and compliance.
• Have impeccable time management.
• Be calm and work well under pressure.

Interested?

If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you. 

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Saturday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
  • Sunday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected start date for role: 01 April 2024
• Expected salary: $7,000 - $75,000 per year