About the role

An exciting new chapter is beginning at Binna Burra Lodge - and we're looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to be part of it!

With the opening of our new Lodge, restaurant and dining facilities, we're expanding our culinary team and seeking a talented, motivated and experienced Chef de Partie who takes pride in producing exceptional food.

This is an opportunity to work across a diverse hospitality offering, including our Teahouse Café, new Lodge à la carte dining, conferences, weddings, groups and special events.

Working alongside our Head Chef and kitchen brigade, you'll help deliver fresh, seasonal menus showcasing quality local Scenic Rim produce while contributing to the continued development of our exciting new dining experiences.

What you’ll be doing

- Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes across café, restaurant and function services.

- Taking responsibility for your allocated kitchen section and ensuring efficient preparation and service.

- Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, flavour, presentation and portion control.

- Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver seasonal menus and new dining concepts.

- Supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner, à la carte and conference and event catering as rostered.

- Ensuring all food preparation and handling meets food safety and hygiene requirements.

- Assisting with stock control, ordering, rotation and minimising food waste.

- Supporting and guiding junior chefs, apprentices and kitchen team members.

- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

- Contributing ideas, creativity and a positive attitude to the kitchen team.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in their craft and enjoys working in a professional, supportive kitchen environment.





You’ll bring:

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent recognised qualification.

- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or experienced qualified Chef in a restaurant, hotel or resort environment.

- Strong cooking skills and an understanding of modern food preparation and presentation.

- Experience in à la carte service, with café or function catering experience highly regarded.

- A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce.

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your section during busy service periods.

- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.

- A positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork.

- The ability to work independently while supporting the wider kitchen brigade.

- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

- Current Australian work rights.

Why join Binna Burra now?

This is more than just another kitchen position.

With our new Lodge and dining facilities opening, you'll have the opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter in Binna Burra's history.

You’ll enjoy:

- Being part of the team developing and delivering our new Lodge dining experience.

- Working across café, à la carte restaurant, conferences, weddings and events.

- Creating dishes using fresh, seasonal and locally sourced Scenic Rim produce.

- The prospect to contribute ideas and develop your culinary skills.





- Working in a spectacular rainforest setting surrounded by Lamington National Park.

- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

- A supportive team environment with a focus on quality, creativity and collaboration.

- Staff discounts on selected accommodation, dining and resort experiences.

- Free onsite parking.

About Binna Burra Lodge

Binna Burra Lodge is an iconic eco-tourism destination located in Queensland's Scenic Rim, surrounded by the spectacular natural beauty of Lamington National Park.

For more than 90 years, Binna Burra has welcomed guests seeking nature, adventure, relaxation and genuine mountain hospitality.

As we open our new Lodge and dining facilities, we're building a culinary team that shares our commitment to quality food, local produce, environmental sustainability and exceptional guest experiences.

Our mission is simple:

"To be a meaningful connection between nature and heritage."

Location & availability

Binna Burra Lodge is located at Beechmont in the Gold Coast Hinterland, approximately 30 minutes from Canungra and 45 minutes from Nerang.

Own reliable transport is essential. Free onsite parking is provided; however, staff accommodation is not available.

As a seven-day hospitality operation, applicants must be available to work a flexible roster, including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Ready to join our kitchen team?

If you're a qualified Chef who loves great food, enjoys being part of a team and wants to contribute to something exciting, we'd love to hear from you.

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