Casual Chef

Lancemore Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Flexible hours

Vineyard setting

Job summary

Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill is seeking an experienced Casual Chef to join our kitchen team at one of the Mornington Peninsula’s boutique hotel dining and events operations. You’ll work across restaurant service, cellar door experiences and large-scale functions, preparing and plating dishes to a high standard while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and HACCP knowledge are essential; availability across weekdays, weekends and public holidays is

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is essential.
• Understanding of Australian food safety and HACCP principles.
• Calm under pressure with a reliable, can-do attitude.
• Availability across weekdays, weekends, and public holidays (as rostered).

Responsibilities

• Preparing and plating dishes to a high standard.
• Supporting the team with service flow across restaurant and event operations.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and well organised work area.
• Adapting to changing service demands and team needs.

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill is seeking an experienced and passionate Casual Chef to join the team at one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most recognised boutique hotel dining and events operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong Chef to join a diverse and dynamic F&B offering across conferencing, weddings & events, restaurant dining, cellar door experiences, and in-room guest service, while playing a key role in supporting the kitchen with its culinary and guest experience journey.

Nestled in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula wine country, The Dining Room at Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill offers a refined but relaxed regional dining experience celebrating local produce, award-winning wines, and warm, thoughtful hospitality.

About the Role

You’ll work as part of our kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals across restaurant service, cellar door experiences, and large-scale functions including weddings and corporate events.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing and plating dishes to a high standard

Supporting the team with service flow across restaurant and event operations

Maintaining a clean, safe, and well organised work area

Adapting to changing service demands and team needs

What We’re Looking For

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher) is essential

Understanding of Australian food safety and HACCP principles

Calm under pressure with a reliable, can-do attitude

Availability across weekdays, weekends, and public holidays (as rostered)

Work rights in Australia

Why Join Us?

Work casual shifts with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle

Join a welcoming, supportive team in a beautiful vineyard setting

Enjoy staff discounts on accommodation, food & beverage, and retail

Gain experience across both restaurant and event service

• Work for a growing multi award winning, Australian owned hotel group - multiple properties leads to career growth opportunities

Work at one of Victoria’s most picturesque and awarded boutique hotels
Join a passionate, professional team that values creativity, collaboration, and care
Enjoy staff benefits across the Lancemore Group, including exclusive discounts and development opportunities. Be part of the Lancemore Group, a pioneer in boutique hotels with a reputation for excellence, creativity and heartfelt hospitality

Our Values
Fun | Authentic Hospitality | Caring | Ownership Mindset | Performance | Growth