Chef de Partie

About the role

The Inglewood Inn is looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a well-established, food-led venue in the Adelaide Hills. Located just 15 minutes from Modbury and 5 minutes from Tea Tree Gully, this is a casual position offering 20+ hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours depending on trade. Our venue operates Wednesday to Sunday, with a mix of restaurant service, weddings and functions. You'll work alongside our Head Chef and kitchen team as part of an experienced, supportive kitchen team. Our menus focus on seasonal produce, South Australian suppliers, and food designed to suit both relaxed dining and special occasions.

Key responsibilities

• Running your own section during service

• Preparing and executing dishes to a consistently high standard

• Working across both à la carte restaurant and function service

• Completing daily prep and maintaining an organised section

• Working closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team

• Assisting and supporting junior chefs and apprentices

• Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and kitchen standards

About you

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced qualified chef ready to step into the role

• Confident running a section independently

• Strong preparation, organisation and time-management skills

• Experience in a busy à la carte kitchen

• Function and wedding experience is highly regarded

• Reliable and comfortable working as part of a close-knit team

• Available across Wednesday–Sunday roster, including evenings and weekends

• Own reliable transport is highly recommended due to venue location

• Existing Australian working rights required

Benefits

• 20+ casual hours per week

• Casual award rates, including applicable weekend and public holiday penalties

• Consistent year-round trade across restaurant, weddings and events

• Five-day operating week – closed Monday and Tuesday

• Supportive and experienced kitchen and management team

• Opportunity for additional hours during busy periods

• Staff meals and a great working environment

About us

The Inglewood Inn is a historic Adelaide Hills venue with a modern, food-led approach. We focus on local produce, South Australian drinks and a dining experience built around long lunches, relaxed dinners, weddings and events overlooking the hills and Para River.