Job Info

Location: Mermaid Beach, QLD

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Eska Sea Merchants Pty Ltd About the Role As a Chef de Partie at ESKA, you will be responsible for the effective operation of an assigned section of the kitchen, working under the direction of the Sous Chef and Head Chef .

The position requires strong culinary skills, organisation and attention to detail to ensure dishes are prepared, cooked and presented consistently to ESKA's standards. You will take responsibility for your designated section during preparation and service, while working collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient service. Key Responsibilities Manage and operate an assigned section of the kitchen under the direction of the Sous Chef and Head Chef.

Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with ESKA's recipes, menu specifications and presentation standards. Prepare and handle seafood and other ingredients using appropriate culinary techniques while maintaining freshness, quality and consistency. Organise and complete daily mise en place to ensure the assigned section is fully prepared for service.

Monitor the quality, portioning and presentation of dishes throughout preparation and service. Check ingredients and food products for quality and freshness before preparation and service. Apply appropriate cooking techniques and procedures to consistently produce dishes to the required standard.

Coordinate the timing and preparation of dishes within the assigned section to support efficient kitchen and restaurant service. Communicate with the Sous Chef, Head Chef and other kitchen staff regarding food preparation, service requirements and any quality issues.



Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef with menu preparation, specials and the development or refinement of dishes when required.

Monitor stock levels within the assigned section and advise senior chefs of ingredient and supply requirements. Assist with receiving, storing and rotating food supplies and ingredients to maintain freshness and minimise food waste. Maintain appropriate portion control and minimise unnecessary food wastage within the assigned section.

Provide guidance and demonstrate food preparation and cooking techniques to Commis Chefs, apprentices and junior kitchen staff working within the section. Support and supervise junior kitchen staff as required while remaining under the overall direction of the Sous Chef and Head Chef. Maintain a clean, organised and safe workstation throughout preparation and service.

Ensure food is prepared, handled and stored in accordance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements. Follow and assist in maintaining workplace health and safety and kitchen hygiene procedures. Work collaboratively with other kitchen sections and front-of-house staff to support smooth and timely food service.

About You To be successful in this position, you will have: Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma of Hospitality Management, or equivalent qualification.





At least one year of relevant full time experience or equivalent relevant professional experience working as a Chef or Chef de Partie in a commercial restaurant workplace. Strong practical knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and commercial kitchen operations. Experience working confidently across different sections of a professional kitchen.

Experience preparing and handling high-quality seafood will be highly regarded. Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements. Ability to organise and independently operate an assigned kitchen section during busy service periods.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation. Ability to guide and support Chefs, apprentices and junior kitchen staff. Excellent teamwork, communication and organisational skills.

Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Flexibility to work across the restaurant's operational hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

About

Company ESKA is a seafood-focused restaurant located at The Oxley in Mermaid Beach on the Gold Coast, offering a dining experience centred around high-quality seafood and carefully prepared dishes. Our menu showcases premium seafood including tuna, kingfish, salmon, scallops, sashimi and sushi, with a strong emphasis on freshness, quality, presentation and consistency. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our professional kitchen team on a full-time basis.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $79000-82000 Job Publish: 18-08-2026 Job Expire: 17-09-2026 Apply on: Chef de Partie / Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.

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