Chef de Partie

Looking for a job that feels like your favourite local spot? Wally’s Albert Park is hiring.

Wally’s Albert Park is a neighbourhood spot with a European feel that’s focused on great wine, thoughtful food, and warm, unpretentious service. We’re all about creating a place that feels like your local, backed by a team that works hard, supports each other, and keeps the vibe genuine.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re a neighbourhood restaurant with a love for fun, creative European food, great produce and cooking over charcoal. We’re small enough that everyone has a voice, and we’re looking for someone who wants to be involved, learn, contribute ideas and have a good time while doing serious cooking.

As Chef de Partie, you’ll work closely with our Head Chefs and kitchen team across preparation, service and daily kitchen operations.

Your Responsibilities Will Include 

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard during service
• Running your section efficiently and keeping on top of prep
• Preparing sauces, stocks, jus, purées, garnishes and other components from scratch
• Working with fresh seasonal produce and contributing to changing menus
• Cooking and plating dishes with care, consistency and attention to detail
• Working confidently with charcoal, grill and open-fire cooking
• Maintaining excellent food presentation and portion control
• Completing daily mise en place and ensuring your section is fully prepared for service
• Receiving, checking and correctly storing deliveries
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workstation throughout service
• Following food safety, hygiene and kitchen health & safety standards
• Minimising waste and making the most of quality ingredients
• Communicating clearly with the rest of the kitchen and front-of-house team
• Helping with ordering, stock rotation and kitchen organisation when required
• Supporting and guiding junior kitchen staff
• Contributing ideas to new dishes, specials and menu development

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up
• Commercial kitchen experience, preferably in a quality restaurant environment
• A genuine passion for cooking and good food
• A strong understanding of classic French cooking techniques
• An interest in modern, creative and ingredient-driven food
• Experience with charcoal, grill or live-fire cooking — or a strong desire to learn
• Good knife skills and solid knowledge of kitchen fundamentals
• The ability to stay organised and composed during a busy service
• High standards around cleanliness, food safety and consistency
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a small team
• A sense of humour and the ability to enjoy yourself at work

What We Offer

• A position in a small, creative and hands-on kitchen
• The opportunity to work with European inspired food, seasonal produce and charcoal cooking
• Input into specials and menu development
• A supportive team where your ideas and skills are valued
• A kitchen culture that takes the food seriously without taking itself too seriously
• Staff meals
• Opportunities to learn and develop your cooking
• Competitive salary based on experience & generous tips

If you’re a passionate chef who loves cooking from scratch, getting stuck into service and playing with great ingredients — we’d love to hear from you.

Come cook with us at Wallys.

To apply, send your CV and a little bit about yourself and your experience to Kitchen@wallysalbertpark.com.au