Full-time & Casual Chef de Partie | Royal Oak, Double Bay

The Venue

The Royal Oak Double Bay is an iconic and much-loved community cornerstone located in the heart of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. This large venue features multiple bars including the vibrant Phil’s Rooftop Premium Gin Bar, spacious dining areas, a lively sports bar offering all major live events, and versatile indoor and outdoor function spaces. Known for its classic pub fare with a mix and match menu, weekly specials, and a menu inspired by cuisines from around the world, The Oak prides itself on quality meals and great hospitality. Whether you’re after casual dining, a cold drink during a big game, or a memorable event space for celebrations like birthdays, engagements, or corporate functions, The Royal Oak offers something for everyone and truly is Double Bay’s favourite local for over 150 years.

The Job:

The Royal Oak, Double Bay is looking for a full-time Chef de Partie as well as a casual chef to join our busy pub kitchen. If you enjoy the pace of a bustling service, take pride in serving quality food and work well with a close-knit team, we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll take ownership of your section, ensuring preparation is organised and every dish goes out consistently and to a high standard. This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who can keep up with high-volume service while supporting the wider kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your section through preparation and service, keeping it stocked, organised and ready for busy periods.
• Prepare, cook and plate dishes to recipe specifications, maintaining consistent quality and portion sizes.
• Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and kitchen team to deliver timely service.
• Communicate clearly during service and lend a hand across other sections when needed.
• Monitor stock levels, follow FIFO stock rotation and minimise food waste.
• Assist with deliveries, stocktakes and opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and follow food safety, hygiene and WHS standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up, ideally in a busy pub or high-volume kitchen.
• Confidence running a section independently and managing multiple orders during peak service.
• A practical approach to cooking, with a focus on quality, consistency and presentation.
• Strong organisation, clear communication and a willingness to support your teammates.
• Reliability, a positive attitude and openness to feedback.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including nights and weekends.

Why Join Us? At the Royal Oak Hotel, we value growth, teamwork, and dedication. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to work with a skilled kitchen team committed to culinary excellence.

Please note that we are only contacting applicants with full time Australian working rights.

If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills and enthusiasm to our kitchen, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and start your journey with us!