Niagara Café, a landmark on the Hume Highway serving travellers and the Gundagai community since ****, is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.
About the role
Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie is a key member of our kitchen brigade. You'll prepare and present dishes to a consistently high standard, lead sections during busy service periods, and help drive the ongoing evolution of our menu.
Key responsibilities
Prepare and present meals to a consistently high standard across all sections
Lead and run busy kitchen shifts as required over breakfast, lunch and dinner services as the business requires
Monitor and maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety compliance (FSANZ standards, allergen management)
Manage inventory, including ordering and stock rotation
Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff
Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure seamless service
Adapt recipes to cater for dietary requirements and Australia's 11 mandatory allergen declarations
Contribute to menu planning, including seasonal updates




Monitor food costs and support kitchen profitability
Uphold WHS and food safety guidelines at all times
Skills and experience required
Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent senior kitchen role
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
Demonstrated experience across a range of cuisines
Proven ability to lead a station during busy service
Robust communication and teamwork skills
Sound knowledge of food safety, allergen management, and kitchen hygiene standards
Experience with menu development and adapting dishes for dietary requirements
Trade Qualification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent) preferred
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per annum (based on experience), plus 12% superannuation
Applicants must have current working rights in Australia
Applications close on 27 August ****.
Niagara Café is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants with the right to work in Australia are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Chef De Partie (New South Wales)
🏢 Niagara Cafe
📍 New South Wales