Chef/Cook

Work Initiatives; Mornington; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Premium vineyard setting

Seasonal menus contribution

Mornington Peninsula location

Job summary

Montalto Vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula is seeking an experienced Chef or Cook to join our professional kitchen team. You will prepare and deliver high-quality dishes for restaurant, cellar door and events, with a focus on seasonal menus and estate-grown produce.

You will contribute to menu planning, maintain rigorous quality standards, and support busy service periods while guiding junior staff in a premium vineyard and hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ relevant commercial cooking experience.
• Experience working in a professional hospitality kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.
• A passion for quality food and consistent presentation.
• The ability to work calmly and collaboratively during busy services.
• Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard across restaurant, cellar door and events.
• Contribute to seasonal menu development and planning.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion-control standards.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Help guide junior cooks and kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.

Skills

Commercial cooking

Professional kitchen

Food safety

Quality presentation

Team communication

Time management

Weekend availability

Job description

Montalto Vineyard | Red Hill South, Mornington Peninsula VIC | Casual or Full-time

Montalto Vineyard is a premium food, wine and hospitality destination on the Mornington Peninsula. We are looking for an experienced Chef or Cook to join our professional kitchen team.

The Restaurant at Montalto presents an ever-changing set menu showcasing a seasonal celebration of estate-grown heirloom produce, alongside the very best locally sourced ingredients from across the Mornington Peninsula.

Designed specifically for sharing, curated collections of dishes arrive at the table in a series of courses. Each course highlights the connection between our estate gardens, expertly managed by our Produce Manager, our kitchens and our award-winning wines.

What we offer

• Full-time, ongoing employment

• Supportive team environment

• Career development opportunities

• Work in a premium vineyard and hospitality destination

• Contribute to seasonal menus and high-quality dining experiences

• Enjoy a picturesque Mornington Peninsula location

About the role

You will prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across restaurant, cellar door and events service.

• Prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard

• Contribute to seasonal menu development and planning

• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion-control standards

• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods

• Help guide junior cooks and kitchen staff

• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen

About you

You will bring:

• At least three years’ relevant commercial cooking experience

• Experience working in a professional hospitality kitchen

• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations

• A passion for quality food and consistent presentation

• The ability to work calmly and collaboratively during busy services

• Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills

• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays