Chef de Partie

With properties in some of Australia’s most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provides accommodation that suits every budget and style – from campsites to luxury resorts. From Tropical North Queensland to the remote Tasmanian wilderness, we connect holidaymakers with incredible natural destinations that offer more than a change of scenery.

Owned by the NRMA Group, we have a large team across our holiday parks, resorts and support office who love what they do, all working together to make holiday magic. Because creating unforgettable holidays is not just our job – it’s in our nature.

Join the back of house team and take a career road trip with us at NRMA Darlington Beach Resort, where every day is a holiday!  Work within the holiday resort’s own licenced onsite cafe, set on a spectacular beachfront location at Arrawarra Beach on the NSW Mid North Coast.

• Looking for your first opportunity to step into a CDP position - then this is the role for you!
• Create an impact for our guests in this full-time, hands-on and detail orientated role
• Ensure our resorts guests have a great dining experience and make holiday memories

What you’ll do:

Working in our very own Resort restaurant, you will provide exceptional service with a warm welcome.  Our on-site cafe offers a delicious menu of innovative food at reasonable prices. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the cafe is fully licensed, offers an a la carte & takeaway menu and wine list that is sure to please all palates and cater for all budgets.

We pride ourselves on excellent guest services and ensuring our guests have the best memorable holiday experience!  Under the direction of the Head Chef, you will be responsible for kitchen management including portion and stock control and for the supervision and training of other kitchen staff as required.  Shifts will predominantly be to fulfil evening service. 

What you’ll bring:  

• A qualification in commercial cookery, or applicable trade testing
• Previous experience in a restaurant, club kitchen, or café
• A working understanding of 'Food Safety' principles and workplace health and safety
• Experience in ordering and stock control
• Willing to be part of a greater team and jump in to assist the team and lead from the front
• A passion for your trade and for creating and presenting contemporary dishes using local produce
• Demonstrated excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work productively in a fast-paced, buzzing work environment, dealing with a high volume of covers in times of peak demand or in servicing group bookings

What’s in it for you?

At Parks & Resorts we are not just about discounts (although you do get these too). We know everyone leads a life of their own and regardless of what stage you are at we have something to suit! 

• Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities 
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts. 
• Complimentary myNRMA membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more 
• “ME” day – one extra day of paid leave per year, called a ME Day, to use at any time during the calendar year 
• Market leading 18 weeks paid primary and 4 weeks paid secondary parental leave entitlements 
• Discounts on all NRMA insurance products including car, home & travel 
• Grow or progress your career and move around the country or across the NRMA Group's business with us. 
• At Parks & Resorts we are not just about discounts (although you do get these too). We know everyone leads a life of their own and regardless of what stage you are at we have something to suit! 

Know you belong:

At NRMA Parks and Resorts we celebrate and welcome difference and work together to create an inclusive workplace where our people feel respected, heard, valued and connected no matter what background or experience. We welcome people from all walks of life and embrace unique perspectives.

Are you nodding your head as you read this?  Ready to roll up your sleeves and really make a difference? Apply now!  We cannot wait to hear from you!

As part of our recruitment process, all employees at NRMA Parks and Resorts are subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.