The Role

Bannisters Mollymook have an exciting new opportunity for a Chef de Partie (Pastry) to join our passionate team at Rick Stein Restaurant in coastal Mollymook, NSW. As a member of our wider Salter Brothers Hospitality team, you’ll play a key role in creating meaningful experiences for both our guests and teammates through thoughtful service, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About Bannisters Mollymook

Set across two beautiful locations only minutes apart, Bannisters Pavilion and By The Sea bring coastal sophistication and relaxation to secluded Mollymook. By The Sea is home to Rick Stein, a celebrated seafood destination, renowned for its fresh, locally sourced produce and simple, elegant dishes inspired by famous chef Rick Stein’s signature style.

Nestled on oceanfront cliffs, the restaurant offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience, showcasing the natural beauty of the South Coast and the incredible seafood sourced from the area.

The role and key duties

• Curating an unforgettable and personalised experience for our guests from start to finish;
• Deliver all pastry experiences for the property including: restaurant dining; functions, weddings, events and experiential dining opportunities;
• Oversee the Pastry section of the kitchen during service;
• Prepare a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to established recipes and standards, ensuring all pastry items are prepared to the highest quality, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation;
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to develop new menu items and improve existing ones;
• Monitor stock levels of pastry ingredients and supplies, placing orders as needed to maintain inventory, manage the cost of pastry production by minimizing waste and optimizing the use of ingredients;
• Lead by example to ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations;
• Work closely with other Chefs to ensure the overall success of your team and the retreat.

Essential criteria required to be considered

• Chef trade qualification (essential) with a focus on Pastry (preferred);
• Previous experience as a Chef De Partie (Pastry) in a high end, fine dining or hatted environment (essential);
• Contribute to a positive and motivated kitchen atmosphere, and have a genuine passion for people, food and wine;
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards;
• Ability and willingness to commence work on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays;
• Reliable vehicle to get to and from the hotel;
• Be located close to our hotel or be willing to relocate.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

• Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;
• Friends and family discounts;
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly.

To apply online, please click on the apply button or alternatively, send your resume through to Mitch Turner at mitchell.turner@bannisters.com.au