Chef de Partie, Melbourne Airport
The opportunity:
Delaware North Australia is hiring a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at Melbourne Airport. This role is ideal for a chef with strong knowledge of pasta and pizza preparation, who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen environment.Join a globally recognised hospitality company and showcase your culinary expertise in a dynamic airport setting.
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll be responsible for overseeing a section of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of food preparation and presentation, and supporting the Head Chef to ensure smooth day‑to‑day kitchen operations.
Availability to work across a rotating 7‑day roster, covering breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
What we offer:
- Discounts on food and beverage across our outlets
- Airport ASIC pass valid for 24 months
- Reward and Recognition program
- Ongoing training and development
- Career pathways across our global network of resorts, airports and stadiums
What you will do?:
- Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs and ordering food supplies
- Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
- Highly skilled at minimising waste
- Demonstrate a solid understanding HACCP and Food Safety standards
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to establish, execute and evaluate food service standards
- Monitor dish quality throughout preparation and presentation stages
- Address food preparation issues with managers, kitchen and waiting staff
- Demonstrate techniques and provide advice on cooking procedures
More about you:
- Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery, minimum
- Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
- Strong understanding of Food Safety and HACCP standards
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Strong team player with the capacity to work independently
- Effective and clear communication skills
- Creativity and passion for food with a commitment to exceptional service
- The ability to mentor culinary team members
The application period will close on 18/06/2026, unless a successful qualified candidate is identified sooner.
Who we are:
Melbourne Airport is one of Australia’s busiest transport hubs, welcoming millions of passengers each year. Delaware North operates a range of premium food and beverage outlets within the airport, including Pickett's Deli & Rotisserie and Stomping Ground Brewery.These venues offer travellers everything from quick bites to full-service dining, showcasing quality ingredients and local flavours. Our airport outlets provide a welcoming experience that complements the airport’s modern terminals and world-class amenities, ensuring guests enjoy great food and service before their journey.