Chef de Partie

About Us

Avani is a family owned and operated winery producing premium cool-climate wines on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, 1hr drive south of Melbourne. The cellar door was awarded Gourmet Travellers Best Small Cellar Door for Mornington in 2022.

Having run successful pop-up dining events over the last 5 years, Avani is now establishing a Cellar Bar with a permanent bar snacks/lunch offering – a thrilling time to join the business!

About the Role

An exciting career opportunity exists for a Chef de Partie to join our team at Avani in a full time position role starting mid-October. The ideal candidate will have a wind range of preparation and cooking skills, be familiar with the operation of a busy kitchen, strong knowledge of produce, techniques, and the ability to prepare and execute beautiful dishes in a fast-paced environment. The menu will be focussed on South Asian and South-East Asian cuisine. 

During off peak periods, the candidate will also have the opportunity to be involved in assisting in the winery or vineyard to further their knowledge of the business.

Responsibilities

• Preparing food items according to recipes and menus
• Maintain high standard of food presentation as per the standard
• Management of stock ordering and rotation
• Ensuring all equipment is appropriately maintained and cleaned
• Ensuring the correct storage of food and ingredients
• Managing junior staff members
• Promote Health and Safety at all times
• Minimize wastage/ spoilage.
• Daily checks of all mis en place to ensure freshness & quality standards.
• Maintain food safety related documentations and follow local food safety standards 

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent work life balance with day time shifts only
• On-going training and career growth opportunities
• Working with world class chefs during scheduled pop up dining events
• Opportunity to step outside the kitchen and work in a premium winery/vineyard during off-peak periods
• Access to discounted premium wine
• Beautiful job location

How to apply: Submit your cover letter and resume detailing your relevant experience and we'll be in touch!