Chef de Parties - Spice Temple Sydney
- Lead and manage your designated section in the kitchen.
- Execute premium contemporary Chinese dishes with precision.
- Supervise and support junior team members while maintaining food safety standards.
- Spice Temple
- NSW
- Permanent / Full Time
24/6/2026
- Access to Courses & Upskilling Programs via a Learning Management System
- Paid Community Service Leave l Employee Assistance Programme
- 25% Food & Beverage Discount l Weekly Payroll l Formal Qualifications
About the Brand
Spice Temple celebrates the bold flavours and regional diversity of Chinese cuisine, offering a modern interpretation of dishes from Sichuan, Yunnan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangxi, and Xinjiang. With venues in Sydney and Melbourne, Spice Temple showcases high-quality produce, crafted into shareable dishes that highlight both tradition and innovation.
Hunter St. Hospitality is a leading Australian hospitality group, operating a diverse portfolio of over 40 venues across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and other key markets. Its brands include internationally recognised Rockpool Bar & Grill and The Cut Bar & Grill, critically acclaimed Spice Temple and Saké Restaurant & Bar, as well as Bar Patrón, Sahtein, 24 York, 7 Alfred, Fratelli Fresh, El Camino Cantina, The Bavarian, Munich Brauhaus, Winghaus, SLICE, and Catch Fish and Chips.
Spice Temple Sydney is looking for both Full Time and Casual chefs to join their expanding team!
What We Offer
- Elite Career Growth: A unique opportunity to further your career with one of Australia's most respected hospitality groups, with potential to influence the growth of our premium venues.
- Training & Development: Tailored mentorship and access to world-class professional development programs, designed to nurture the highest level of culinary and hospitality expertise.
- Exclusive Perks: Competitive salary, food and beverage discounts and private health insurance discounts.
- Supportive Leadership: Join a dynamic team of hospitality professionals with a focus on innovation, creativity, and excellence.
- Career Pathways: Opportunities for career progression across our prestigious portfolio of restaurants located in Australia.
About the Role
- Lead and manage your designated section, ensuring the consistent delivery of premium, contemporary Chinese cuisine to the highest standard.
- Execute dishes with precision, maintaining exceptional quality, presentation, and portion control during service.
- Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and senior team to uphold the restaurant’s culinary vision and operational excellence.
- Supervise and support junior team members within your section, fostering efficiency, communication, and professional growth.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and WH&S standards while ensuring a clean, organised, and high-performing workstation.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated success as a Chef de Partie within a premium dining environment, ideally with strong exposure to contemporary or traditional Chinese cuisine.
- Formal Training: A recognised qualification in Commercial Cookery is essential, with a strong grasp of classical techniques, kitchen operations, and section management.
Safety & Hygiene Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of WH&S regulations and food safety standards, with the ability to consistently maintain and enforce best practices within your section. - Commitment to Excellence: A genuine passion for culinary craft, creativity in execution, and a drive to continuously refine skills while contributing positively to team performance and kitchen culture.
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