Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry

Role summary

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The Demi Chef de Partie – Pastry supports the pastry section with preparation, baking, decorating and presentation of desserts, breads and other pastry products. Requirements typically include commercial cookery training, pastry experience in a hotel or professional kitchen, food-safety knowledge and the ability to follow recipes and presentation standards. The successful candidate should be organised, reliable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Expectations include maintaining cleanliness, minimising waste, supporting senior chefs, completing mise en place accurately and consistently delivering high-quality products. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is generally required.

About the employer

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is a premium full-service hotel located opposite Sydney’s Hyde Park, close to the city’s business district, shopping areas and major attractions. It is part of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality brand operated within Marriott International. The hotel offers guest rooms and suites, restaurants, bars, meeting and event facilities, leisure amenities and professional food-and-beverage operations. As a Marriott property, it generally follows structured training, service, safety and career-development standards, with opportunities to work alongside colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds. The pastry kitchen supports the hotel’s restaurants, events, banquets and guest services, making the Demi Chef de Partie role suitable for a developing culinary professional seeking experience in a busy city hotel.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, resort destinations and regional tourism areas. Employers commonly seek chefs, cooks, pastry professionals, housekeepers and food-and-beverage staff. Workplace culture is generally practical, team-oriented and multicultural, with emphasis on punctuality, safety and consistent service. Sydney provides beaches, national parks, dining, arts and an active outdoor lifestyle, although rent and transport costs can be high. International applicants may use options such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored pathways or skilled visas, depending on nationality, qualifications, age and occupation. A valid work-right check, tax file number, Australian bank account and suitable accommodation are normally needed after arrival. Candidates should confirm sponsorship, award rates, roster arrangements and relocation support directly with the employer before accepting an offer.