Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie | Postino Osteria

Summer Hill, Sydney

$79,000 – $85,000 + Superannuation + Tips

Full-Time | Career Development | Award-Winning Hospitality Group

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career with one of Sydney’s leading Italian hospitality groups?

This is an opportunity to join the kitchen team at Postino Osteria, our Chef’s Hat-awarded neighbourhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Summer Hill, and build your career within the growing Maestro Hospitality group.

Postino is all about the kind of Italian food people want to come back for — handmade pasta, exceptional produce, seasonal specials and traditional flavours delivered with skill, consistency and personality.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie who wants to refine their craft, work alongside talented chefs and become part of a group that genuinely invests in the development of its people.

About Maestro Hospitality

Postino Osteria is part of Maestro Hospitality, home to an acclaimed collection of Italian restaurants across Sydney, including two-hatted a’Mare, two-hatted Ormeggio at The Spit, one-hatted Postino Osteria, one-hatted Pizza’Mare, one-hatted Cibaria Manly and one-hatted Vineria Luisa.

Joining Maestro Hospitality is more than your next kitchen role.

It is an opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals, broaden your knowledge of Italian cuisine and progress your career across a growing portfolio of award-winning venues.

The Opportunity

As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section and play an important role in maintaining the consistency, quality and standards of the Postino kitchen.

You will:

Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard

Take ownership of your section throughout preparation and service

Work closely with the Head Chef on menu development, recipe testing and seasonal specials

Maintain exceptional standards of quality, presentation and consistency

Work with fresh, seasonal produce and traditional Italian cooking techniques

Support and mentor junior members of the kitchen brigade

Assist with stock control, ordering, waste management and food costs

Maintain excellent food safety, cleanliness and HACCP standards

Collaborate with the FOH team to deliver an exceptional overall guest experience

Contribute positively to a professional, organised and high-performing kitchen culture

About You

We are looking for a chef who is ambitious about their career and genuinely passionate about Italian food.

To be considered, you will have:

1–3 years’ relevant experience in a commercial restaurant kitchen and/or a Diploma of Hospitality or equivalent qualification

Previous experience preparing and cooking Italian cuisine

Strong knowledge of traditional Italian cooking techniques

Experience working within a busy, quality-focused restaurant environment

Excellent attention to detail and consistency

The ability to remain calm, organised and focused during high-volume service

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A positive attitude and professional approach

A genuine desire to continue learning and developing as a chef

Full Australian working rights

Strong English communication skills

Highly Regarded

Fresh pasta-making experience

Formal commercial cookery or hospitality qualifications

Food Safety Supervisor certification

Experience within premium or Chef’s Hat-level restaurants

Knowledge of regional Italian cuisine and traditional techniques

About Postino Osteria

Postino Osteria is a vibrant Italian neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and intimate events space in the heart of Summer Hill.

Since opening in September 2024, Postino has quickly established itself within Sydney’s dining scene and proudly earned a Chef’s Hat.

Our approach is relaxed and welcoming while remaining uncompromising on quality. Our kitchen celebrates authentic Italian cooking through exceptional produce, handmade pasta, seasonal dishes and simple food executed exceptionally well.

Why Join Maestro Hospitality?

We want talented hospitality professionals to build careers with us — not simply fill positions.

As part of Maestro Hospitality, you’ll receive:

Competitive salary of $79,000 – $85,000 + superannuation

Generous share of tips

Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Internal promotion opportunities across multiple award-winning venues

The opportunity to work alongside accomplished chefs and hospitality professionals

Exposure to different styles of premium Italian dining

Performance incentives

Staff discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues

A professional and supportive team environment

The opportunity to grow with an ambitious Australian hospitality group

If you are looking for more than your next Chef de Partie position and want to build a long-term career in Italian hospitality, we want to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV and a short introduction explaining why you would be a great fit for Postino Osteria to [email protected].

Your next career move could start at Postino.