Job Description
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
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Job Description
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Chef De Partie Padre Brewing Co. Location: Miami, Gold Coast QLD **** Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $80,000 per annum + superannuatiom Padre Brewery Co. is a microbrewery and hospitality venue offering craft beer alongside a substantial food service operation. The kitchen supports regular dine-in trade as well as private parties, group bookings and events, requiring consistent food quality across both made-to-order service and higher-volume function catering.
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The venue also places importance on accommodating patrons' dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free and other customised meal requests, while carefully managing food allergies, ingredient substitutions and cross-contamination risks. Take responsibility for an assigned kitchen section during daily service, private functions and events, ensuring preparation, cooking and presentation are completed to the venue's required standards. Prepare and cook a broad range of gourmet and casual dining dishes, including pizzas, burgers, grilled meats, seafood, chicken, tacos, salads and other made-to-order menu items.
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Prepare fresh ingredients, toppings, garnishes and house-made sauces, including pizza, pesto, buffalo, béchamel, barbecue and blue cheese sauces. Organise and complete daily mise en place for the assigned section, ensuring all ingredients, sauces, garnishes and prepared components are ready before service. Prepare customised meals to suit patrons' dietary requirements, including vegetarian, gluten-free and other special requests, while carefully following food allergy and cross-contamination procedures.
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Coordinate section preparation for private parties, group bookings and events,



taking into account guest numbers, approved menus, service timing and any specific dietary requirements. Operate ovens, grills, fryers and other commercial cooking equipment, controlling cooking temperatures, timing and preparation methods to maintain consistent food quality. Monitor the quality, portioning, presentation and consistency of dishes prepared within the section before they are released for service.
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Adjust preparation and cooking priorities during busy service periods to maintain timely food delivery and support smooth kitchen operations. Assist with the preparation and execution of event and function menus, including higher-volume food production while maintaining presentation and quality standards. Monitor ingredient usage and stock levels within the section and identify replenishment requirements to avoid shortages during service.
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Check food deliveries for freshness, quality and suitability and ensure ingredients are stored, labelled and rotated correctly. Support junior kitchen staff by providing practical guidance on food preparation, cooking methods, presentation, food safety and section procedures. Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and other kitchen staff to coordinate service, manage workflow and address operational issues as they arise.
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Maintain accurate awareness of menu ingredients and preparation methods so that patron questions relating to allergens, dietary restrictions and ingredient substitutions can be handled appropriately. Ensure all food is prepared, stored and handled in accordance with food safety, hygiene, allergen-management and workplace health and safety requirements. Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workstation throughout preparation and service and ensure cooking equipment and kitchen areas are properly cleaned and sanitised after use.
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Qualifications & Experience The successful applicant will ideally have:
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Relevant commercial cookery qualification, such as Certficate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification
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Atleast 12 months of full time experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
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Experience working in a busy restaurant or hospitality workplace
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Sound knowledge of food prepara&on;, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
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Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements
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Skills We are looking for someone who:
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Has strong cooking and food preparation skills
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Can maintain consistent quality during busy services
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Works efficiently and remains organised under pressure
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Has strong attention to detail
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Communicates effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff
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Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
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Has good time-management and organisational skills
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Takes pride in maintaining a clean and professional kitchen
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This is a full-time position based at Padre Brewing Co. in Miami, Queensland. Applicants should submit their resume outlining their relevant qualifica&ons; and employment experience.

📌 Chef De Partie (Gold Coast)
🏢 PADRE BREWING
📍 Gold Coast