Hector’s Deli is looking for an experienced Production Chef at Chef de Partie level to join our Production Kitchen team in Richmond.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, takes pride in producing consistently high-quality food and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.

You’ll help produce key ingredients and products used across our delis, ensuring everything is made safely, efficiently and to the Hector’s standard.

About the role

As part of our Production Kitchen team, you will:

- Prepare and produce food to recipe, specification and volume requirements
- Maintain consistent quality, presentation and portioning
- Follow all food safety, allergen and temperature-control procedures
- Support daily production planning and complete preparation within required timeframes
- Receive, rotate and store stock correctly
- Assist with stock control, waste management and accurate production records
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen
- Work collaboratively with the wider Production Kitchen team
- Communicate effectively with our culinary, logistics and deli teams
- Identify opportunities to improve kitchen systems and efficiency

About you We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working at Chef de Partie level or equivalent
- Is confident with high-volume food preparation and production




- Has strong knife skills and solid commercial kitchen knowledge
- Understands food safety, allergens, stock rotation and temperature control
- Can follow recipes accurately and deliver consistent results
- Is organised, reliable and comfortable working to deadlines
- Communicates well and contributes positively to the team
- Takes ownership of their work and maintains high standards
- Holds a relevant cookery qualification or has equivalent industry experience

Experience in a production kitchen, catering operation, bakery or other high-volume hospitality environment would be highly regarded. Why join Hector’s?

Hector’s is a rapid-growing Melbourne hospitality business built around great food, strong teams and genuine guest experiences. Our Production Kitchen plays an important role in supporting our delis and ensuring our food is consistently excellent.

You’ll be joining Hector’s at an exciting stage of growth, with opportunities to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility and build a long-term career with the business.

If you’re an experienced chef who enjoys quality production, solid systems and being part of a hardworking team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a short note telling us about your experience.

📌 Production Chef - Chef Di Partie - Hector's Deli (Melbourne)
🏢 Hector's Deli
📍 Melbourne