Chef de Partie

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.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a chef de partie?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT30821

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 36 months
$0 - $34,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT40521

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

On Campus
18 months
$1 - $14,676
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT50422

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery)

Blended, On Campus
6 - 18 months
$0 - $5,580
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT31121

Certificate III in Asian Cookery

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT40821

Certificate IV In Asian Cookery

Blended, Traineeship
6 - 21 months
$0 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chef de Partie Sous Chef
SIT50422

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Culinary)

On Campus
9 months
$7,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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