Experienced Chef (Fine Dining)

Lake St Clair Lodge (Tasmanian Wilderness); Lake St Clair; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised accommodation nearby

Meals provided on shift

Staff discounts

Job summary

Lake St Clair Lodge in Tasmania seeks a qualified Chef to join a hands-on team in a boutique wilderness setting. You will support daily kitchen operations, maintain high food quality across restaurant and café services, and contribute to seasonal menu development.

This remote role offers a unique, world-heritage environment, subsidised accommodation nearby, meals on shift, and long-term opportunities for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) or higher qualification.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen (more highly regarded)
• Experience in high-quality restaurant or hotel environments (with fine dining experience)
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, team-oriented, and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and contribute to seasonal menu development.
• Estimate food and labour costs and assist with stock control and ordering.
• Prepare and cook food to a high standard across restaurant and café service.
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise on food preparation procedures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS regulations.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff where required.
• Work collaboratively with management and front-of-house staff

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Work in one of Tasmania’s most unique kitchen environments

Lake St Clair Lodge is a boutique wilderness resort located in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, on the shores of Australia’s deepest lake.

We operate an organic paddock-to-plate kitchen, delivering seasonal, produce-driven menus across our restaurant, café, and bar.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our team in a hands-on role within a small, professional kitchen.

The Role

This position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and maintaining consistent food quality across all service areas.

The Salary

$70 - 85k

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning menus and contributing to seasonal menu development
• Estimating food and labour costs and assisting with stock control and ordering
• Preparing and cooking food to a high standard across restaurant and café service
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising on food preparation procedures
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS regulations
• Supervising and training kitchen staff where required
• Working collaboratively with management and front-of-house staff

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) or higher qualification
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen (more highly regarded)
• Experience in high-quality restaurant or hotel environments (with fine dining experience)
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, team-oriented, and professional approach

Why Join Us

• Work in a World Heritage wilderness location
• Be part of a produce-driven, paddock-to-plate kitchen
• Small team with genuine input into food and operations
• Subsidised accommodation available nearby
• Meals provided while on shift
• Staff discounts on food and beverage
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

Location & Lifestyle

Lake St Clair Lodge is located approximately 2 hours from Hobart.

This is a remote role, best suited to individuals who enjoy nature, outdoor environments, and a quieter lifestyle.

Having your own vehicle is recommended.

• Application Closing Date: 17/11/2026