Chef De Partie (Osteria Mozza)

This role is responsible for preparing and presenting dishes in line with the Executive Chef’s standards and Osteria Mozza’s culinary philosophy. Manages an assigned section, ensuring organisation, quality mise-en-place, and smooth service execution. Maintains food safety, hygiene, and inventory control while demonstrating strong technical cooking skills. Collaborates with team members to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences and support a positive kitchen culture.

• Execute and present dishes in accordance with the Executive Chef’s recipes, standards, and Osteria Mozza’s culinary philosophy.
• Take full ownership of an assigned section, ensuring readiness, organisation, and smooth service execution across all times.
• Maintain high standards of mise-en-place, cleanliness, and workstation organisation.
• Demonstrate strong technical proficiency across cooking methods, including grilling, pasta and pizza preparation, sauce work, and ingredient handling.
• Ensure all ingredients meet quality and food safety standards.
• Plan and manage ingredient needs to maintain adequate supplies for daily operations.
• Manage and monitor inventory of your section, anticipating operational needs and minimising wastage.
• Drive efficiency and consistency during service, maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
• Uphold strict hygiene, sanitation, and health and safety regulations as outlined by management.
• Collaborate harmoniously with both the kitchen and front of house teams to ensure seamless operations and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and high-performing kitchen culture.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Management.

Requirements

• 1 year of relevant experience in a quality-driven or upscale dining environment.
• Hands-on experience with Italian food and ingredient preparation, with strong product knowledge.
• Proficiency across multiple cooking techniques, with a focus on consistency and precision
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen
• Positive and resilient attitude with a genuine eagerness to grow, adapt, and thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced kitchen.
• Takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well‑organised workspaces and uphold food hygiene and safety practices.
• A positive team player who shows initiative and collaborative mindset to a respectful kitchen culture.
• Flexibility and commitment to work shift hours, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits

• Annual Leave, Family Care Leave & Paid Medical Leave
• Annual Wage Supplement
• Performance Bonus & Annual Salary Increment
• Group Medical, Hospitalisation & Dental Insurance
• Long Service Award
• Professional Growth & Development
• Education Assistance
• External Training Sponsorship
• Staff Discounts
• Staff Referral Scheme
• Staff Meals Provided