Chef - de Partie

• Join a thriving team in Shepparton
• Varied & Impactful Role
• Growth opportunities

About the Client

Our client is a well-established Canberra pub offering a busy and varied hospitality environment with a strong focus on quality food and consistent service. The venue combines classic pub favourites with a modern approach to dining, attracting a loyal local customer base and regular functions and events. Supported by an experienced kitchen and venue leadership team, this is a stable operation where quality, teamwork, and consistency are valued. Canberra offers an excellent lifestyle with short commutes, access to nature, a growing food scene, and all the benefits of a capital city without the same level of congestion.

About the Position

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie to join a busy pub kitchen and take ownership of their section. Offering $80K + super, the role suits a chef who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards across preparation and service. You’ll work as part of a close-knit kitchen team, contributing to daily service, menu execution, and the overall guest experience. If you’re looking for a stable role with a quality pub operation and plenty of hands-on kitchen experience, this could be a great next move.

Position Description

• Take responsibility for a designated section during service
• Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes consistently
• Complete daily preparation and mise en place to service requirements
• Work efficiently during busy lunch, dinner, and peak service periods
• Support senior chefs with menu execution and daily kitchen operations
• Assist with stock rotation, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service

Position Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy pub, hotel, bistro, or similar environment
• Strong understanding of commercial kitchen operations and service flow
• Confident working across high-volume service periods
• Solid preparation and section management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality
• Ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit kitchen team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery
• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including evenings and weekends

 CDP | $80K + super. Join a busy Canberra pub kitchen, take ownership of your section, and work with a supportive, close-knit team.

Consultant

rpearce@frontlinehospitality.com.au

Reference number: 1198507
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks

Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 2nd Sep, 2026