Chef

About UsLenox Avenue is Adelaide's all-day dining Mediterranean and Asian fusion food. Our Blackwood location is a buzzing neighbourhood favourite with a pet-friendly outdoor area, a loyal local crowd, and a team that takes pride in every plate that leaves the pass.We're growing — and we're looking for a Chef de Partie who wants to be part of building something special, not just clocking shifts.The RoleAs CDP at our Blackwood location, you'll be the steady hand running the kitchen day to day — mostly across breakfast and lunch service, with one dinner shift a week to keep you connected to the full Lenox menu and energy. This is a hands-on role with real ownership: you'll often be the senior chef on shift, so you'll need to run the pass, not just stand at it.Hours & PayRoster built around 4 breakfast/lunch shifts + 1 dinner shift per week (~38 hrs)$75,000 package (including super)Weekly pay, above Restaurant Industry AwardWhat you'll be doing:Owning your section during full-service trade — prep, execution, and pass-quality platingMaintaining consistency across our Mediterranean and Asian fusion menuMentoring junior kitchen staff and apprenticesManaging stock, rotation, and section-level wastageUpholding food safety and HACCP standardsBringing energy to our busiest nights — including live music FridaysRunning the Kitchen Day to DayBecause you'll frequently be the senior chef on shift through breakfast and lunch, you'll need to be comfortable owning the full kitchen operation, not just a section:Opening and closing the kitchen — checklists, equipment checks, fridge/freezer logsWriting and working off daily prep lists, adjusting for covers and bookingsReceiving deliveries, checking against orders, and rotating stock (FIFO)Running a clean, organised pass during service and calling dockets confidentlyKeeping cleaning schedules and HACCP records on track without being chasedFlagging low stock and helping place supplier ordersCommunicating clearly with FOH on 86s, specials, and timingStepping in across sections as needed to keep service movingWhat We're Looking ForProven CDP experience (or strong Demi Chef ready to step up) in a busy, quality-focused kitchenConfidence running a kitchen solo during quieter shifts — you don't need a Head Chef standing over youGenuine knowledge of Mediterranean and/or Asian fusion cooking techniquesA calm head under pressure and a collaborative attitude on the passCurrent RSA and Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willingness to obtain)Availability for a mostly day-shift roster with one dinner shift per week, including weekendsWhat You'll Get$75,000 package (inc. super) — paid weekly, above Restaurant Industry AwardA roster built around days, with just one dinner shift to keep variety without burning you outA genuine career path — we're a growing two-venue business with room to move into Sous Chef and beyondA kitchen that backs creativity — seasonal specials, your ideas on the boardStaff meals on shiftBe part of the team shaping Lenox Avenue's next chapterSound Like You?Send your resume and a quick note about why you'd be a great fit for the Lenox kitchen to enquiries@lenoxavenue.com.au or drop into Lenox Avenue Blackwood, 10-12 Coromandel Pde, Blackwood SA 5051, to say hello in person.Job Type: Full-timePay: $68,000.00 – $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Employee discount
• Visa sponsorship

Experience:

• Kitchen: 3 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person