Casual Chef Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park

Lancemore Hotel Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lancemore Hotel Group seeks a Casual Chef for Werribee Mansion Hotel & Spa to deliver high-quality meals across restaurant service and large-scale events. You will work within a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring smooth service flows for both restaurant and function operations.

Applicants should hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, have experience in à la carte or banquet kitchens, and understand Australian food safety and HACCP.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is essential.
• Experience in à la carte and/or banquet kitchens is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of Australian food safety and HACCP principles.
• Able to work across weekdays, weekends and public holidays.
• Eligible to work 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

Reliable attitude

Shift availability

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

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 talented casual chefs to join our kitchen team.

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
• Experience in à la carte and/or banquet-style kitchens is highly regarded
• 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