Delaware North

Chef de Partie, Melbourne Airport

Delaware North  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

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.

Delaware North

About Delaware North

Delaware North is a global leader in the hospitality and entertainment industry. The company annually serves more than a half-billion guests across three continents, including at high-profile sports venues, airports, national and state parks, restaurants, resorts, hotels and casinos. Building on more than a century of enduring partnerships and a commitment to local communities and sustainability, Delaware North’s vision is to delight guests by creating the world’s best experiences today while reimagining tomorrow.

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Buffalo, NY
Year Founded
Unknown
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