Chef de Partie

Crystalbrook Kingsley has transformed Newcastle’s former Council Administration Centre into an elegant and sophisticated 130‑room five‑star hotel with a signature rooftop bar and restaurant, lobby bar and café along with two private meeting venues. With the City Hall Civic Theatre, Newcastle Art Gallery and War Memorial moments away, Kingsley is culturally connected, celebrating what has been and what is to come.

At Crystalbrook Collection, we do things differently. Driven by our mission to harness the spirit of wonder, we embrace responsible luxury with positivity, creativity, and fun, delivering locally unique hospitality experiences for our community. We're not just another hotel group — we're a bold, sustainably minded collection that puts people and place at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values — We are Customer Obsessed, We are Collaborators, and We are Courageous — we’re passionate about creating extraordinary guest experiences and shaping a new era of hospitality.

Role Purpose:

With a passion for local produce and flair for extraordinary dishes, you are eager to be part of something innovative and creative in Newcastle. You will:

- Drive guest satisfaction in service and take great pride in the delivery of incredible flavours and food experiences
- Foster a culture of innovation and breaking the norm
- Provide hands‑on support to junior members of the kitchen staff
- Collaborate closely with the F&B Service team and all departments of the hotel
- Promote and be accountable for WH&S in our sparkling kitchens
- Articulate ideas the creation of seasonal and promotional menus
- Support the effective procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food

Responsibilities:

Skills and experience:

You will be enthusiastic and have technical experience from working in a high‑functioning kitchen environment, as well as holding a trade qualification relevant to your position.

- A technical talent and experience with modern cuisine
- Demonstrated experience in a contemporary dining setting
- Sound knowledge of WH&S legislation and Health regulations
- Super cool nature under pressure
- High attention to detail and well organised
- Ability to work across a 7‑day roster
- A career ambition to continued personal and professional growth

Why Us:

You will work alongside exceptional people in a supportive, collaborative and agile environment. We are proud to offer a range of industry‑leading benefits that support your lifestyle, career and wellbeing including:

- 50% F&B discount across all Crystalbrook restaurants and bars
- $99 room rates and a generous friends and family discount
- Enhanced parental Leave and lifestyle benefits
- A commitment to a green future through enhanced sustainability practices
- Access to our internal mobility program and team reward schemes
- Online learning and training with tailored career development pathways
- A culture of collaboration, elevating experiences and diversity
- Limitless career opportunities in a fast growing, dynamic environment
- Regular service recognition and team engagement events

We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming people of all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can support you to perform at your best.

As part of our recruitment and compliance process, we may request eligibility documents, police checks and employment references.

Crystalbrook Collection is an award‑winning hotel development and management company, proudly showcasing Australia’s newest portfolio of distinctive upscale hotels, restaurants and bars where differences are applauded. In just seven years, we own and manage luxury hotel assets worth over AU$1 billion across NSW and QLD. Our growth trajectory continues with exciting plans for new hotels in Adelaide and Canberra during 2026 and continued ambitions for further expansion both domestically and internationally.

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