Chef de Partie

Do you have the precision, passion, and drive to helm your own station in a dynamic, globally inspired bistro kitchen? Taylor's Bistro is looking for a Chef de Partie to deliver top-tier dishes that reflect our chef’s 40+ years of culinary excellence.

About Us

Taylor's Bistro, established in 2019 by award-winning Chef Lesley Taylor, brings together local Australian produce with global flavors to craft elevated pub classics and sophisticated bistro fare. Situated in scenic Soldiers Point, our cozy yet high-end restaurant offers both lunch and dinner service daily.

About the Role:

We value teamwork and are looking for a qualified and experienced Chef de Partie to join our team. The position will report to our Head Chef/Kitchen Manager. Your duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Develop recipes and menus in liaison with Head Chef and management, considering seasonal ingredient availability, anticipated customer volume, portion sizes, and menu pricing.

· Prepare creative meals for daily service and special events.

· Manage one or more sections (e.g., pans, grill, fryers, larder) with meticulous attention to quality and consistency.

· Deliver dishes to the highest standard—both in taste and presentation

· Oversee and manage the tasks of the kitchen staff.

· Select high-quality ingredients to maximize the flavor of dishes.

· Handle all the preparation, ordering, stock take, cooking, labelling, packaging, food safety , and hygiene

· Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and contribute to the development of a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.

About you

The successful candidate must satisfy the following criteria:

· Formal culinary qualification (Cert III, IV, or equivalent)

· At least 2 years of proven experience running a commercial kitchen is required

· Strong leadership, organizational flair, and collaborative spirit

· Keen to work attitude, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Other details:

Job Type: Full Time, permanent

Salary: AUD 76,515 per year plus superannuation

If you think you are suitable for the role, please apply. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and your application will be treated confidentially.