Job Description

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Chef de Partie | Postino Osteria

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Summer Hill, Sydney

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$79,000 – $85,000 + Superannuation + Tips

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Full-Time | Career Development | Award-Winning Hospitality Group

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Ready to take the next step in your culinary career with one of Sydney’s leading Italian hospitality groups?

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This is an opportunity to join the kitchen team at Postino Osteria , our Chef’s Hat-awarded neighbourhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Summer Hill, and build your career within the growing Maestro Hospitality group.

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Postino is all about the kind of Italian food people want to come back for — handmade pasta, exceptional produce, seasonal specials and traditional flavours delivered with skill, consistency and personality.

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We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie who wants to refine their craft, work alongside talented chefs and become part of a group that genuinely invests in the development of its people.

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About Maestro Hospitality

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Postino Osteria is part of Maestro Hospitality , home to an acclaimed collection of Italian restaurants across Sydney, including two-hatted a’Mare , two-hatted Ormeggio at The Spit , one-hatted Postino Osteria , one-hatted Pizza’Mare , one-hatted Cibaria Manly and one-hatted Vineria Luisa .

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Joining Maestro Hospitality is more than your next kitchen role.

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It is an opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals, broaden your knowledge of Italian cuisine and progress your career across a growing portfolio of award-winning venues.

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The Opportunity

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As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section and play an important role in maintaining the consistency, quality and standards of the Postino kitchen.

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You will:

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- Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard
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- Take ownership of your section throughout preparation and service
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- Work closely with the Head Chef on menu development,



recipe testing and seasonal specials
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- Maintain exceptional standards of quality, presentation and consistency
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- Work with fresh, seasonal produce and traditional Italian cooking techniques
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- Support and mentor junior members of the kitchen brigade
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- Assist with stock control, ordering, waste management and food costs
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- Maintain excellent food safety, cleanliness and HACCP standards
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- Collaborate with the FOH team to deliver an exceptional overall guest experience
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- Contribute positively to a qualified, organised and high-performing kitchen culture
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About You

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We are looking for a chef who is ambitious about their career and genuinely passionate about Italian food.

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To be considered, you will have:

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- 1–3 years’ relevant experience in a commercial restaurant kitchen and/or a Diploma of Hospitality or equivalent qualification
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- Previous experience preparing and cooking Italian cuisine
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- Strong knowledge of traditional Italian cooking techniques
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- Experience working within a busy, quality-focused restaurant environment
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- Excellent attention to detail and consistency
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- The ability to remain calm, organised and focused during high-volume service
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- Strong communication and teamwork skills
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- A positive attitude and professional approach
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- A genuine desire to continue learning and developing as a chef
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- Full Australian working rights
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- Robust English communication skills
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Highly Regarded

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- Fresh pasta-making experience
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- Formal commercial cookery or hospitality qualifications
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- Food Safety Supervisor certification
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- Experience within premium or Chef’s Hat-level restaurants
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- Knowledge of regional Italian cuisine and traditional techniques
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About Postino Osteria

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Postino Osteria is a vibrant Italian neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and intimate events space in the heart of Summer Hill.

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Since opening in September 2024, Postino has quickly established itself within Sydney’s dining scene and proudly earned a Chef’s Hat .

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Our approach is relaxed and welcoming while remaining uncompromising on quality. Our kitchen celebrates authentic Italian cooking through exceptional produce, handmade pasta, seasonal dishes and simple food executed exceptionally well.

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Why Join Maestro Hospitality?

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We want talented hospitality professionals to build careers with us — not simply fill positions.

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As part of Maestro Hospitality, you’ll receive:

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- Competitive salary of $79,000 – $85,000 + superannuation
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- Generous share of tips
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- Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
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- Genuine opportunities for career progression
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- Internal promotion opportunities across multiple award-winning venues
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- The opportunity to work alongside accomplished chefs and hospitality professionals
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- Exposure to different styles of premium Italian dining
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- Performance incentives
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- Staff discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues
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- A professional and supportive team environment
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- The opportunity to grow with an ambitious Australian hospitality group
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If you are looking for more than your next Chef de Partie position and want to build a long-term career in Italian hospitality, we want to hear from you.

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Apply now by sending your CV and a short introduction explaining why you would be a great fit for Postino Osteria to .

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Your next career move could start at Postino.

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📌 Chef de Partie (New South Wales)
🏢 Maestro Hospitality
📍 New South Wales