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Chef de Partie – Breakfast Operations

Crowne Plaza Canberra | IHG Hotels & Resorts

Full-Time Position | Immediate Start Available

Crowne Plaza Canberra is looking for a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade with a primary focus on breakfast operations. From our vibrant Redsalt Restaurant breakfast buffet to a la carte and room service offerings, this role is perfect for a confident CDP with strong buffet knowledge and high-volume catering experience (up to 600+ guests).

Chef de Partie – Breakfast Operations

Crowne Plaza Canberra | IHG Hotels & Resorts

Full-Time Position | Immediate Start Available

Crowne Plaza Canberra is looking for a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade with a primary focus on breakfast operations. From our vibrant Redsalt Restaurant breakfast buffet to a la carte and room service offerings, this role is perfect for a confident CDP with strong buffet knowledge and high-volume catering experience (up to 600+ guests).

You'll also be part of a supportive and collaborative team contributing to our Lume Bar, Crowne Meetings, and room service operations as needed.

A Little Taste of Your Day-to-Day

• Lead and coordinate the preparation, production, and presentation of breakfast service including buffet and room service.
• Supervise and guide a team of up to 5 chefs and stewards, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with HACCP and IHG standards.
• Manage mise-en-place, service readiness, and cleanliness of the breakfast kitchen.
• Support other outlets and meal periods when required, including events and dinner service.
• Collaborate closely with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef for menu planning, rostering, training, and continuous improvement.
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a CDP or strong Demi Chef in a high-volume hotel or resort environment, especially for buffet breakfast operations.
• Confidence working with large-scale catering (up to 600+ pax) and handling live stations, bulk prep, and short-order cooking.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate junior chefs.
• A "can-do" attitude, professionalism under pressure, and pride in presentation.
• Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene, food safety and modern culinary trends.
• Must have full working rights in Australia (If you're applying outside of Australia, please specify your Australian work visa status in your application)
  
  

What's In It For You

• Paid Birthday Leave and enhanced parental leave
• Hotel and dining discounts across IHG globally
• Ongoing career development with IHG Academy & training programs
• Transferable benefits across the IHG network
• Access to wellbeing support and discount retail platform
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture where your growth matters
  
  

Why You'll Love Us

At Crowne Plaza Canberra, we go beyond breakfast—we help our guests kickstart their day with energy, care, and connection. Be part of a hotel where your creativity, efficiency, and leadership are recognised and celebrated.

Apply now and bring your passion to life with IHG

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