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 strong 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

Positive 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 robust focus on quality produce, premium meats, functions and skilled 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 Port Phillip City (Australia)
🏢 Basq Essendon Fields
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