Company Description Curtis Stone Events specializes in designing and delivering memorable culinary experiences, from lavish feasts to intimate gatherings, at venues chosen by clients. The team is known for creating events that are elegant, relaxed, sophisticated, and focused on exceptional food. Working with leading industry visionaries and trusted suppliers across Australia, the company offers a qualified, collaborative environment for hospitality talent.

Curtis Stone

Events partners closely with clients to bring their vision to life, handling as much or as little of the event as required. Team members are encouraged to bring creativity, precision, and service excellence to every occasion.

Role Description The Chef De Partie is a part-time, on-site role based in South Melbourne, VIC, responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to Curtis Stone Events’ standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading a designated section of the kitchen, maintaining high food quality and consistency, and supporting menu execution for events of various sizes and styles.

The role involves coordinating with Sous Chefs and Head Chefs, ensuring efficient mise en place, managing stock rotation, and maintaining food safety and hygiene practices.

The Chef De

Partie will also assist with plating for service, contribute ideas to menu development,



and support training of junior kitchen team members. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules is required.

Qualifications

- Strong technical cooking skills across hot, cold, and pastry sections, with the ability to manage a designated station independently.
- Experience in high-quality catering, banqueting, or restaurant environments, with a focus on premium event service.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and best practices, including proper storage, labeling, and allergen awareness.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with chefs, event planners, and front-of-house staff.
- Proven organizational skills, including time management, multitasking during busy services, and maintaining a clean, efficient workspace.
- Culinary qualification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent) and relevant industry experience as a Chef De Partie or Demi Chef.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, event-driven environment, with a strong commitment to quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to changing event requirements; prior experience in event catering is highly regarded.

📌 Chef De Partie (South Melbourne)
🏢 Curtis Stone Events
📍 South Melbourne