Demi Chef / Chef de Partie

About Stamford Plaza Brisbane

Situated on the banks of the river and close to the Botanic Gardens, Stamford Plaza is Brisbane’s premier 5-star luxury hotel and the flagship property for Stamford Hotels & Resorts. Featuring 252 guest rooms with stunning river views, the hotel offers eight grand function rooms for corporate events, weddings, and other special occasions, along with multiple vibrant food and beverage outlets.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate Demi Chef / Chef de Partie to join our energetic kitchen team. This position involves supporting the Head Chef and kitchen staff by preparing high-quality dishes while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and excellence in food production.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare mise-en-place for specific kitchen stations to ensure efficient service flow
• Produce all food items following established standard recipes
• Monitor food rotation to maintain product freshness
• Comply with hotel policies, procedures, and health & hygiene standards
• Maintain cleanliness and meet health and safety requirements
• Deliver prompt and efficient food service to create a flawless guest dining experience
• Manage par stock levels adequately to support daily kitchen operations

Skills and Qualifications

• Possession of an Australian-recognized Trade certificate or equivalent qualification in Commercial Cookery
• Minimum of one year experience in a comparable kitchen role
• Capability to perform effectively in a high-paced kitchen environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented and cooperative personality
• Willingness to work rotating shifts covering all seven days of the week
• Proactive in suggesting and implementing system improvements
• Knowledge and compliance with HACCP and food safety standards

Work Culture and Benefits

The Stamford Plaza’s 'Knight's Head' logo represents our heritage and the values that unite our workforce. We value our employees as our greatest asset and therefore commit to rewarding, retaining, and nurturing dedicated professionals. Benefits for team members include:

• Discounts on food and beverages across hotel outlets
• Complimentary staff meals
• Provision of uniforms and laundry services