BASQ Essendon Fields is looking for an experienced Chef de Partie with strong hot-section skills to join our kitchen team.

We are looking for someone who is confident during busy service, organised on their section and capable across a range of hot-section duties.

You should be comfortable with pan work, sauces, proteins and general hot-section cookery, with good timing and the ability to maintain quality during busy service.

Grill experience is highly regarded, and we are happy to consider solid hot-section chefs who are keen to develop further in this area.

You should be comfortable with:

- Running a busy hot section
- Exposure to grill work and cooking proteins accurately
- Pan work, sauces and general hot-section cookery
- Managing multiple orders during service
- Maintaining strong mise en place
- Working cleanly and efficiently under pressure
- Consistent presentation and portioning
- Monitoring stock and prep levels
- Supporting other kitchen sections when required
- Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team

What We're Looking For





- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong section chef
- Solid hot-section experience
- Good grill knowledge
- Confidence working in a busy restaurant environment
- Strong organisation and service timing
- Good attention to presentation and consistency
- Understanding of portion control, food cost and wastage
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strong teamwork and communication
- Weekend availability

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, cares about the food they produce and takes ownership of their section.

Why BASQ?

BASQ is an established Essendon Fields restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a strong focus on quality produce, premium meats, functions and professional hospitality.

You will be working with:

- Quality produce and premium ingredients
- An experienced kitchen team
- Busy breakfast, lunch and dinner services
- A varied menu across hot section and grill
- Free parking at Essendon Fields

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📌 Chef de Partie (CDP) – Full Time | Essendon Field (Melbourne)
🏢 Basq Essendon Fields
📍 Melbourne