Professional Chef

About the role

Rowlee Wines, a family wine estate in Nashdale in the Orange wine region of NSW, is looking for talented, passionate chefs to join its culinary team. The restaurant, Garden Bar and events use estate-grown wines, seasonal produce and the best of the region, and the kitchen works across restaurant dining, events and relaxed outdoor hospitality. Roles may be at different levels, with both full-time and part-time positions considered.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook seasonal dishes to a consistently high standard
• Work across kitchen sections and take ownership of your station
• Contribute to menu development, specials and seasonal produce
• Work with quality regional produce and ingredients grown on the estate
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless guest experience
• Support restaurant service, weddings, private events and special dining experiences
• Maintain high standards of preparation, organisation and kitchen cleanliness
• Follow food safety, WHS and kitchen procedures
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising food waste
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff where appropriate

Required profile

• Experience in a quality restaurant, winery, hotel or similar hospitality environment
• Genuine passion for cooking, produce and hospitality
• Strong kitchen organisation, attention to detail and consistent standards of preparation, presentation and cleanliness
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently during busy services
• Positive, professional approach to teamwork and willingness to learn and take responsibility
• Availability to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required

Required skills

• Premium or regional destination restaurant experience
• Formal cookery qualifications
• Experience with weddings, functions or high-volume events
• Interest in local, seasonal and estate-grown produce
• Understanding of wine and food pairing
• Experience mentoring or developing junior chefs
• Ambition to progress into a senior kitchen or leadership role

What we offer

• Remuneration above award wages, based on experience and position
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Work with regional and estate-grown produce in a diverse kitchen environment
• Learning about wine and food pairing from a working wine estate
• Staff discounts on wine and dining
• Career development in a growing hospitality business
• The lifestyle of living and working in the Orange wine region

To apply, send your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you want to join the team to the employer's contact address.