ABOUT US

Cafe Sydney, an icon of the Sydney dining scene for over 25 years, offers a dynamic workplace with stunning views of Sydney Harbour. Our team of 145 professionals is dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience while fostering a positive, diverse, and inclusive company culture. We prioritise internal training, professional development, and work-life balance, ensuring every team member thrives in a supportive and enriching environment.

As a Chef de Partie at Cafe Sydney, you will leverage your culinary expertise to manage and excel in a designated section of our kitchen, which operates 7 days a week under the leadership of Executive Chef Sarahjane Brown and Head Chef Hamish Waddel. This role requires:

• Menu Planning: Supporting the crafting of sophisticated menus, accurately estimating food and labour costs, and proficiently ordering food supplies.
• Quality Control: Monitoring dish quality throughout all stages of preparation and presentation to maintain impeccable standards.
• Collaborative Engagement: Engaging in discussions about food preparation issues with managers, kitchen staff, and waitstaff.
• Culinary Skills: Demonstrating refined cooking techniques and offering guidance on cooking procedures to junior staff.
• High-Level Preparation: Executing food preparation and cooking that aligns with Cafe Sydney’s standards.
• Team Development: Training and mentoring junior staff fostering growth within the kitchen brigade.
• Food Safety & Hygiene: Adhering to meticulous food storage, preservation, and thawing techniques while enforcing rigorous hygiene regulations and food safety practices.
• Cross-Training Opportunities: Gaining versatility through training in various sections of our extensive kitchen environment.