Job Description

Company Description

Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney’s first international five-star hotel, is an icon of Australian hospitality and a landmark of culture and creativity in the heart of the city. Following a transformative refurbishment, the hotel has entered an exciting new chapter, seamlessly blending its rich heritage with contemporary luxury to create one of Sydney’s most sought-after destinations.

Tilda is a 150-seat restaurant in the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, celebrating the best of Australian land and sea. The name is a nod to Waltzing Matilda, and the menu is built on thoughtful simplicity: premium local produce, grilled seafood, open-fire cooking and a wine list the industry has noticed. The room is warm, polished and never precious, and the kitchen takes the same approach.

We’re growing our kitchen team and looking for a Chef de Partie who cares about produce, respects technique and wants to be part of a restaurant with a clear identity, backed by the standards and stability of a five-star hotel.

Job Description

• Set up, prepare and run an assigned section of the kitchen, ensuring Tilda's quality and presentation standards are consistently met
• Prepare and replenish hot and cold buffet items, à la carte dishes and in-room dining breakfast orders in a timely manner
• Ensure mise en place is completed accurately and efficiently ahead of each service
• Maintain strict food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards across all preparation and service areas
• Monitor stock levels, minimise wastage and communicate ordering requirements to the Sous Chef
• Support the training and development of Commis Chefs and Kitchen Hands within the section
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless breakfast service
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised kitchen environment at all times

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or IV) or equivalent experience
• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, or a strong Demi Chef ready to take the next step, ideally within a hotel, or a luxury restaurant environment
• Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP requirements
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to confidently manage a section during busy service periods
• A genuine passion for quality, consistency and delivering an exceptional guest experience
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with pride in maintaining high kitchen standards

Additional Information

Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across Accor Hotels and partner venues
• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, exam 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
• 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 (24/7 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.

If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a landmark Sydney hotel, we’d love to hear from you.