Pastry Chef - Levantine Hill Estate

Levantine Hill Group; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Levantine Hill Estate in Coldstream (Yarra Valley) is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to take ownership of the pastry section and craft beautiful plated desserts and baked goods. The role supports seasonal menus and contributes to memorable dining experiences in a premier estate setting.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team, mentoring developing chefs and delivering pastries for restaurant service, events and functions.

Formación

• Certificate III in Patisserie or equivalent pastry qualification.

Responsabilidades

• Create beautiful plated desserts, pastries, breads and petit fours.

Conocimientos

Plated desserts

Pastry production

Baking

Chocolate work

Attention to detail

Educación

Certificate III in Patisserie

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (pastry)

Descripción del empleo

Pastry Chef | Levantine Hill Estate | Yarra Valley

If pastry is where your creativity comes alive, this is an opportunity to make your mark in one of the Yarra Valley's most distinctive hospitality destinations.

Levantine Hill Estate is entering an exciting new culinary chapter, created in collaboration with acclaimed Australian chef Shannon Bennett and The Belongil Group. The partnership brings together exceptional wine, ambitious hospitality and culinary creativity, creating an exciting environment for talented hospitality professionals to learn, contribute and grow.

We are seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef to take ownership of our pastry section and bring creativity, precision and flair to every plate.

Based at our stunning estate in Coldstream, this full-time role will see you create beautiful plated desserts, pastries, breads, petit fours and more, while helping shape seasonal menus and memorable dining experiences.

What you'll love about the role

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of an exciting new culinary chapter, working within the collaboration between Levantine Hill Estate, Shannon Bennett and The Belongil Group.
• Take ownership of the pastry section and showcase your creativity
• Create exceptional plated desserts, pastries, breads, petit fours and baked items
• Bring new ideas to seasonal menus and evolving pastry offerings
• Work alongside our Executive Chef, Head Chef and talented kitchen team
• Produce for restaurant service, events and special functions
• Mentor and support developing chefs within the kitchen
• Work with premium ingredients in a beautiful Yarra Valley setting
• Be part of a team that genuinely cares about quality, presentation and the guest experience

About you

You're a passionate pastry professional who combines creativity with exceptional attention to detail. You take pride in your craft, thrive in a busy kitchen and get genuine satisfaction from creating something memorable.

Ideally, you'll bring

• Certificate III in Patisserie, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with relevant pastry experience, or equivalent
• At least two years' experience independently managing a pastry section
• Strong skills across plated desserts, pastry production, baking and chocolate work
• An eye for beautiful presentation and consistency
• Strong organisation and time-management skills
• Sound food safety and allergen knowledge
• A positive, collaborative and hands-on approach
• Flexibility to work across a seven-day hospitality roster, including weekends and public holidays

Renumeration is based on the current HIGA award rates for Grade 5 Cook.

Ready to create something exceptional?

If you're looking for a pastry role where you can create, contribute and grow, we'd love to hear from you.