Job Description

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

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

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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.

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

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You should be comfortable with:

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

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

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Why BASQ?

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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.

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You will be working with:

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- Quality produce and premium ingredients
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- An experienced kitchen team
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- Busy breakfast, lunch and dinner services
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- A varied menu across hot section and grill
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- Free parking at Essendon Fields
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📌 Chef de Partie (CDP) - Full Time | Essendon Field (Victoria)
🏢 Basq Essendon Fields
📍 Victoria