Casual Chef

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park in Werribee, VIC is seeking a Casual Chef for restaurant and large-scale events, including weddings and corporate functions. Work across à la carte dining and event catering in a scenic, supportive setting.

You'll join a kitchen team delivering high-quality meals, with opportunities to contribute to service flow, ensure safety standards, and adapt to varied service demands in a prestigious venue.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Team spirit

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher)

Understanding of Australian food safety & HACCP

Job description

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park – Werribee VIC

Casual/Temporary

13d ago , from Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park

Bring Your Passion to the Plate at Werribee Mansion Hotel & Spa

Casual Chef | Restaurant & Events | Flexible Hours Available

As part of the award-winning Lancemore Hotel Group, we're looking for talentedcasual chefsto join our kitchen team.

Whether your passion lies inà la cartedining,event catering, or both - this is a great opportunity to work across varied service styles in a scenic, supportive environment.

About the Role

You'll work as part of our kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals across restaurant service, 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

ABOUT US:

Werribee Mansion Hotel & Spa

Quite literally one of the grandest hotels in Australia, the Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is a cosmopolitan haven of tranquility and charm. Set amongst 10 stunning acres of formal English gardens, expect grand architectural details, 91 curated suites, conference and meeting facilities, wedding and event spaces, Joseph’s restaurant and bar, a signature L.M. Spa, indoor magnesium pool and gym.

Why work for Lancemore Hotels?

A pioneer in boutique hotels and conference facilities since 1986, Lancemore Hotels is an Australian leading lifestyle brand renowned for curated places, understated luxury, and a welcoming signature touch.

• We strive on constantly growing and seeking approaches to be better in everything.
• You will be joining a high performing workplace that believes in developing new talent and empowering people to drive their own results.
• If you are a talented, enthusiastic and performance driven individual wanting to enjoy your career within an established boutique hotel brand and supportive team, then...

Our Values

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