Chef de Partie Breakfast

The StandardX, Melbourne — BistroX

Experienced chefs looking for a part-time breakfast position? We’d love to hear from you.

StandardX reimagines hospitality with bold design, vibrant culture and a focus on community driven experiences. Located in the heart of Fitzroy, StandardX, Melbourne is a hub for music, art and creative energy. Join BistroX, an exciting culinary venture that is elevated yet easy-going, created with Fitzroy locals, hotel guests and Melbourne’s vibrant dining culture in mind.

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Bring your passion for preparing beautiful breakfast dishes and help us create memorable guest experiences that are anything but Standard.

As a Part-Time Breakfast Chef, you will support the smooth daily operation of the BistroX kitchen during breakfast service.

Your responsibilities will include:

·       Preparing and presenting high-quality breakfast dishes consistently and efficiently.

·       Supporting breakfast mise en place, service and kitchen close-down procedures.

·       Working confidently across the breakfast section, including eggs, hot dishes, cold items and garnishes.

·       Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.

·       Ensuring fresh, frozen and dry goods are stored securely, correctly labelled and properly rotated.

·       Working collaboratively with the kitchen, front-of-house and hotel operations teams.

·       Communicating clearly and professionally during busy service periods.

·       Managing multiple orders and tasks in a high-volume, high-energy kitchen.

·       Maintaining clean, safe and organised kitchen and storage areas.

·       Complying with all hotel policies, procedures and food safety requirements.

·       Contributing to a supportive, friendly and professional team environment.

This is a part-time position primarily focused on morning breakfast shifts. Availability across weekdays, weekends, shifts outside of breakfast and public holidays may be required.

Unconventional & Compassionate | Individuality & Teamwork | Creative & Pragmatic

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

·       Previous experience as a CDP in a quality, high-volume kitchen.

·       Strong breakfast cookery skills and confidence working during fast-paced service.

·       An innovative and creative approach to food.

·       Appropriate qualifications in commercial cookery.

·       Sound knowledge of food safety and safe food-handling practices.

·       A reliable, professional and proactive attitude.

·       The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·       Strong communication skills and openness to sharing feedback and ideas.

·       Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays.

·       Excellent presentation, punctuality and attention to detail.

·       Full Australian working rights.