Chef de Partie

Company Description

Belong in a place where you can be yourself and love what you do. Join our hotel community and we will support you to realise your true potential. You will be part of a team where everyone’s contribution is valued. And we will empower you to bring ideas to elevate our services, creating personalised experiences for guests. Help them to feel special, and we will do the same for you.

Located in the heart of Brisbane city, Sofitel Brisbane Central is known for its sophisticated luxury accommodation, world-class dining, and impeccable hospitality. The hotel’s 416 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites offer refined French luxury, and with personalised service that comes from the heart, this is Brisbane’s best accommodation experience. The hotel also features elegant and indulgent food and beverage outlets, an executive lounge, two fitness centres, a day spa and fully flexible event spaces for up to 1100 delegates.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef de Partie to join the culinary team at Sofitel Brisbane Central. This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced chef with a strong background in high-volume, refined à la carte dining and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Working alongside our talented culinary team, you will contribute to the creation of beautifully presented dishes that reflect the elegance and sophistication synonymous with Sofitel. With a strong focus on quality, precision and consistency, you will play an important role in delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests while upholding the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen excellence.

• Manage and coordinate activities within your assigned kitchen section
• Ensure efficient workflow and seamless coordination with other kitchen areas
• Maintain impeccable hygiene and kitchen standards in line with HACCP requirements
• Prepare and cook dishes according to our menu specifications and quality standards
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, including apprentices and commis chefs
• Assist in menu development and implementation of new food concepts
• Participate in live cooking demonstrations and interact with customers when required
• Collaborate with the sous chef and head chef to maintain kitchen efficiency
• Monitor and control food waste, stock levels, and kitchen resources
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities during busy service periods.

Qualifications

• Completed culinary training or apprenticeship
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Proven track record of excellence in food preparation and presentation
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Passion for international cuisine and new food concepts
• Experience in live cooking and customer interaction
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Creativity and willingness to contribute to menu development
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when necessary.

Additional Information

Bring passion and dedication to excellence, and we will recognise your contribution with a variety of benefits, rewards and development opportunities. We also offer a range of wellbeing initiatives, including apps with content to help you feel at your best. Join us, and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team. 

Thrive in our Sofitel Brisbane Central community, with:

• Discounts for ambassadors, as well as their families and friends, at Accor Hotels, worldwide
• Complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
• Secure parking in the centre of Brisbane for only $10 per day
• Direct access to Central train station
• Complimentary food in the ambassador dining room
• Dry cleaning of duty attire.
• Laundered uniforms.

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