Smith St Bistrot is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen team in Collingwood, Victoria.
This is a full-time position offering an exciting chance to work in a fast-paced, professional culinary environment where your expertise and passion for food will be valued and developed.
As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for a specific section of our kitchen, ensuring consistency, quality and efficiency whilst maintaining our high culinary standards although it is a small brigade and the need to be dynamic is strong and the ability to be able to work across and support multiple sections is key.
This role is essential to the success of our Bistrot and offers the chance to work alongside talented chefs in a collaborative kitchen setting.Key responsibilitiesManaging and overseeing your assigned station, ensuring all mise en place is properly prepared and organisedPreparing and cooking dishes to the highest standard in accordance with our established recipes and plating specificationsMaintaining strict food safety, hygiene and quality control standards at all timesTraining, mentoring and supervising junior kitchen staff working at your stationMonitoring stock levels and communicating ordering requirements to maintain efficient kitchen operationsAdapting quickly to service demands and supporting other stations when requiredEnsuring all food is prepared within required timeframes and presented consistentlyContributing to menu development and offering creative ideas to enhance our culinary offeringsMaintaining excellent working relationships with team members and supporting a positive kitchen cultureWhat we're looking forMinimum 3–5 years' professional kitchen experience,



with at least 2 years' experience working as a Chef de Partie or equivalentStrong technical culinary skills with proficiency in classical French techniques and modern cooking methodsThorough knowledge of food safety regulations and commitment to maintaining high hygiene standardsProven ability to work efficiently under pressure during service and maintain quality outputExcellent knife skills and demonstrated expertise in preparing and cooking meat, fish, vegetables or sauces depending on your stationStrong leadership and team communication skills with the ability to mentor junior staffFlexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as requiredPassion for quality ingredients and commitment to consistency and presentationCurrent or willingness to obtain a Food Safety Level 2 certificate (desirable)What we offerCompetitive salary reflecting your experience and expertiseFull-time permanent position offering schedule certainty and career stabilityOpportunity to work with fresh, quality ingredients and creative menus in a respected bistrotSupportive, collaborative kitchen environment with experienced head chef mentorshipProfessional development and training opportunities to enhance your culinary skillsStaff meals and employee discounts at Smith St Bistrot and across the groupPositive workplace culture that values creativity, teamwork and culinary excellenceAbout usSmith St Bistrot is a beloved independent restaurant located in Collingwood, specialising in classic European cuisine with a focus on quality ingredients and time-honoured cooking techniques.
We are passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests through carefully crafted menus, attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere.
Our team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and hospitality, and we pride ourselves on being a destination restaurant within the local community.
We believe in investing in our staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and culinary excellence.
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📌 Chef De Partie (Melbourne)
🏢 Smith St Bistrot
📍 Melbourne