Chef / Cook (Part-Time, with Full-Time Potential)

Golden Hills Brewery – Diamond Creek, VIC

Golden Hills Brewery is a brewery and eatery located in Diamond Creek, in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. We're focused on serving great food and craft beer to our local community and beyond.

We're currently looking for passionate and motivated Cooks/Chefs to join our kitchen team on a part-time basis, with the potential for full-time opportunities for the right candidate.

The Role

We’re seeking a skilled and driven Chef with strong technical cooking skills, creativity, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll work closely with our Head Chef and management team to consistently deliver high-quality meals that reflect our brand and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes including grills, pizzas, burgers, share plates, and seasonal specials

Run key kitchen sections such as grill, fryers, and pass

Maintain high standards in food hygiene, presentation, and portion control

Contribute to menu development and implementation of seasonal specials

Manage stock levels including ordering, receiving, rotation, and stocktakes

Supervise and support junior kitchen staff

Ensure compliance with OH&S and food safety standards

Skills & Experience

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)

At least 2–3 years’ experience in a busy commercial kitchen

Strong skills across grill, fryer, and pizza sections

Experience managing kitchen operations and supervising staff

Ability to work well under pressure with strong attention to detail

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

What We Offer

A supportive, creative, and fast-paced working environment

Opportunities for career growth and input into menu development

A business that actively supports internal promotion and career progression

Multiple venues across Melbourne, ranging from cafés to brew pubs

If you're passionate about food, enjoy working in a dynamic team, and are looking to grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality journey with Golden Hills Brewery.