Chef de Partie - Conference & Events
RACV City Club
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RACV City Club has been awarded Club of the Year numerous times, ranking it amongst the world’s finest clubs. Featuring restaurants, accommodation, a fitness centre, spa, pool and conference facilities. The RACV City Club is a social, leisure and business hub designed to cater for the needs of all members.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and driven Chef de Partie to join our Conferences & Events kitchen team. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality culinary experiences for conferences, functions and large-scale events, while supporting the effective day-to-day operation of the kitchen and mentoring junior team members.
You will work collaboratively with the wider brigade to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency and service for members, guests and visitors, while adhering to RACV standards, policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership
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Train, induct and support the development of apprentices, cooks and junior chefs
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Provide regular, constructive feedback and escalate issues when required
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Foster a positive team culture and contribute to team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
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Build strong working relationships across kitchen teams and RACV properties
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Support knowledge sharing, innovation and industry best practice
Product & Service Delivery
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Deliver consistent, high-quality food aligned with RACV standards
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Perform cooking across multiple disciplines including hot kitchen, cold larder, pastry and butchery
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Manage section requisitions and stock rotation to minimise wastage
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Maintain high presentation, portion and quality standards
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Ensure chemicals and equipment are handled and stored correctly
Kitchen Operations
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Oversee the day-to-day operations of your assigned section
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Delegate tasks effectively within the kitchen brigade
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Ensure mise en place is completed to a high standard
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Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment
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Work across all kitchen areas as required to support event delivery
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Apply sustainable work practices to reduce waste and support environmental initiatives
About You
You are a passionate hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced events environment and enjoys developing others.
Essential Skills & Experience:
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Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
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Solid experience across sauces, cold larder, vegetables and butchery
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Excellent understanding of mise en place and section management
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Strong stock rotation and waste minimisation practices
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Knowledge of food safety, cleaning and hygiene standards
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Proven ability to train and mentor junior team members using on-the-job techniques
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Experience within a 4–5 star hotel, resort or high-volume conference/events operation
The RACV difference
Be part of a team who cares. Back your ambition and find a new career with RACV.
Application process
You can learn more about the RACV at careers.racv.com.au
Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check.
At RACV, we believe that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace is an important element in our continued success. We want our people to feel welcome, supported and appreciated for who they are and what they bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and/or the role, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know.
Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check.
Additionally, Applicants must confirm their ability to perform the inherent requirements of the position as outlined in the Job Task Analysis - Chef/Cook and whether any reasonable adjustments may be required.
Submit your CV via the link below.