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 contemporary 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 secure role with a quality pub operation and plenty of hands-on kitchen experience, this could be a excellent 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
Robust 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.

📌 Chef De Partie Canberra
🏢 Frontline Recruitment Group
📍 Canberra