Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Chef de Partie – Wok chef is responsible for leading and managing the wok section during service, delivering consistently high-quality dishes that reflect Delta Rue's Vietnamese and French-inspired culinary identity.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure the wok section is fully prepared and organised before each service.
• Prepare and cook dishes using traditional and contemporary wok techniques.
• Work closely with other sections to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain consistently high standards of flavour, texture, appearance and portion control.
• Ensure all ingredients are fresh, correctly stored and prepared to the required standard.
• Minimise waste through accurate preparation, portion control and responsible use of ingredients.
• Comply with HACCP principles, food safety legislation and Sofitel/Accor food safety procedures.
• Correctly store, label, date and rotate food products in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Maintain appropriate personal hygiene and safe food-handling practices at all times.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or experienced Demi Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Strong wok-cooking experience with a sound understanding of high-heat cooking techniques.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure during high-volume service.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Experience within a premium restaurant, hotel or high-volume hospitality environment.
• Formal culinary qualifications.

Additional Information

Additional Information - Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

We value our people and offer:

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
• 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
• Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
• Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
• Onsite perks including laundered uniforms, complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking
• A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support

 Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know. 

Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.

Compensation: 32 to 49 (AUD) (HOURLY)