Casual Chef: Restaurant & Events with Flexible Hours

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 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.