Line Cook

The Meat and Wine Co.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across venues

Daily staff meals

Incentives and tips

Training program

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team and job security

Job summary

The Meat & Wine Co. is seeking passionate Line Cooks for our Southbank team, covering Pans, Larder and Dessert sections to deliver a premium dining experience. This role is part-time with 20–24 hours per week and open availability is required.

Join a growing hospitality group offering staff meals, discounts, incentives and opportunities for progression within a national brand. Training and strong teamwork are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant kitchen experience in a busy, full-service restaurant.
• Experience in Pans/Mains section preferred.
• Passion for quality food and premium hospitality.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A Certificate III Commercial Cookery/Patisserie is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes across Pans, Larder and Dessert sections to support the Southbank team.
• Work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen while maintaining quality and consistency.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Pans/Mains experience

Communication

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Education

Certificate III Commercial Cookery/Patisserie

Job description

We're looking for passionate Line Cooks across our Pans, Larder and Dessert sections to join our Southbank team, helping deliver the premium dining experience The Meat & Wine Co is known for.

Part time - 20–24 hours per week available. Open availability needed.

What we can offer

• Employee discounts across all Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group venues nationwide (The Meat & Wine Co, Hunter & Barrel and 6HEAD)
• Daily staff meals
• Potential to earn additional income through incentives and tips
• A training program dedicated to developing our team and giving you the best opportunities to succeed
• Career progression opportunities within a national hospitality group
• Support from an experienced and dedicated team
• Job security with an established and growing hospitality group

What we are looking for

• 1+ years of relevant kitchen experience in a busy, full-service A La Carte restaurant
• Previous experience in Pans/Mains section
• Passion for quality food and premium hospitality
• Ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A Certificate III Commercial Cookery/Patisserie Qualification is highly regarded
• Flexible availability across a 7-day rotating roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays

About The Meat & Wine Co

The Meat & Wine Co is an African-inspired premium steakhouse that brings together a combination of an elevated steak program of premium meats, curated world-class wines, and commitment to the latest food trends, within an opulent and contemporary design aesthetic energised by African cultural heritage.

If you're looking to take the next step in your kitchen career and be part of an exciting new restaurant opening, we'd love to hear from you.