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Chef de Partie

A Chef de Partie manages a kitchen section, ensuring quality ingredients and timely preparation while working efficiently in a team.

How do I become a chef de partie

Get qualified to work as a chef de partie with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Chef de Partie generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this field has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 101,000 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Chef de Partie. Chefs de Partie may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’d like a career as a Chef de Partie, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery. You’ll learn to prepare contemporary dishes using the latest international techniques. This course will give you the skills to work with meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, cakes, pastries, desserts and breads.

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Chef de Partie careers

A Chef de Partie oversees a particular section of a commercial kitchen. You might be in charge of meats, sauces, side dishes, desserts or another area of production. Chefs de Partie make sure ingredients are of good quality and food items are prepared in line with the kitchen’s production schedule. You’ll check the standard of dishes and ensure food is presented professionally.

Chefs de Partie must be highly skilled in their area and able to work quickly in a busy kitchen. Communication skills are important and you must be able to work as part of a team. A Chef de Partie should be organised and able to prioritise their tasks. Attention to detail is crucial and you should be able to focus on your section’s duties.