Job Description
Join a fast-paced, high-performing team
Great opportunity to develop your skills
Full-time ongoing role
About The Role
The primary purpose of the Chef de Partie is to assist and support the Sous Chefs and Brigade Tournant to drive operational performance of Arts Centre Melbourne’s kitchens in line with the overall Hospitality strategy, generating revenue growth and achieving increased customer satisfaction.
The Chef de Partie will administer their knowledge in Food Safety and Occupation Health and Safety to oversee and contribute towards daily food operations. This role will suit a team player with a can-do attitude who is passionate about delivering high quality food and developing their culinary skills.
2 x Full-Time ongoing positions. Band 2.1.01 $61,025.00 plus superannuation.
Your Skills And Experience
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Food Safety Handling Certificate
Proven ability to work in a high pressure and fast-paced environment
Demonstrated experience in a similar environment i.e. hotel
Knowledge of food costing/budgeting and cost control
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an enthusiastic approach to training and developing team members
Demonstrate passion for creating high standards of excellence in food preparation and presentation
For more details, please read Position Description - Chef de Partie Nov 2026.docx
About The Team
The Kitchen Brigade is responsible for the food delivery within Arts Centre Melbourne which contributes as a major driver of revenue.
The kitchen delivers a culinary experience on a multi-platform stage, catering for the culinary novice, the theatre going-crowds, world stage performers and a vast array of local and international dignitaries.
About Arts Centre Melbourne
Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.
Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.
Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.
We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.
For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here .
Enjoy Team Member Benefits
As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy a number of fantastic benefits including the opportunity to receive complimentary tickets, food & beverage discounts, discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking, access to well-being activities and learning and development programs.
Apply Now
Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to peopleassist@artscentremelbourne.com.au.
Please submit your resume together with a cover letter addressing the key criteria by 11:55pm on Sunday 16th March 2026. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.
Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.
Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Great opportunity to develop your skills
Full-time ongoing role
About The Role
The primary purpose of the Chef de Partie is to assist and support the Sous Chefs and Brigade Tournant to drive operational performance of Arts Centre Melbourne’s kitchens in line with the overall Hospitality strategy, generating revenue growth and achieving increased customer satisfaction.
The Chef de Partie will administer their knowledge in Food Safety and Occupation Health and Safety to oversee and contribute towards daily food operations. This role will suit a team player with a can-do attitude who is passionate about delivering high quality food and developing their culinary skills.
2 x Full-Time ongoing positions. Band 2.1.01 $61,025.00 plus superannuation.
Your Skills And Experience
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Food Safety Handling Certificate
Proven ability to work in a high pressure and fast-paced environment
Demonstrated experience in a similar environment i.e. hotel
Knowledge of food costing/budgeting and cost control
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an enthusiastic approach to training and developing team members
Demonstrate passion for creating high standards of excellence in food preparation and presentation
For more details, please read Position Description - Chef de Partie Nov 2026.docx
About The Team
The Kitchen Brigade is responsible for the food delivery within Arts Centre Melbourne which contributes as a major driver of revenue.
The kitchen delivers a culinary experience on a multi-platform stage, catering for the culinary novice, the theatre going-crowds, world stage performers and a vast array of local and international dignitaries.
About Arts Centre Melbourne
Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.
Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.
Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.
We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.
For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here .
Enjoy Team Member Benefits
As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy a number of fantastic benefits including the opportunity to receive complimentary tickets, food & beverage discounts, discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking, access to well-being activities and learning and development programs.
Apply Now
Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to peopleassist@artscentremelbourne.com.au.
Please submit your resume together with a cover letter addressing the key criteria by 11:55pm on Sunday 16th March 2026. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.
Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.
Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Chef De Partie position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.