Ready to trade city traffic for seaside sunsets and shape a brand-new dining destination? Searoad Ferries is building an exciting new culinary hub at the Sorrento Ferry Terminal and is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie/Pizza Chef to join our launch team. This is your chance to be in from the ground up, crafting coastal Mediterranean dishes in a stunning new kitchen overlooking Port Phillip Bay. If you have a flair for authentic pizza and vibrant flavours and dream of a work-life balance filled with coastal vibes, we invite you to apply and help create Sorrento’s next favourite spot.
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Company Overview
The Searoad Ferries group is an iconic Australian tourism and transport business, connecting people and places since 1987. With over 200 dedicated staff, we operate award-winning ferry services and a growing portfolio of unique hospitality experiences. Our major upgrade of the Sorrento Ferry Terminal will introduce new dining venues, including ONDA, a restaurant celebrating coastal Mediterranean cuisine. We’re a team passionate about creating memorable moments, both for our customers and our staff, in a supportive and vibrant environment.
Key Responsibilities
In this creative and varied role within our purpose-built kitchen, you will be essential to delivering an exceptional culinary experience. Your key duties will include:
- Preparing and presenting a range of high-quality coastal Mediterranean dishes, with a special focus on crafting authentic pizzas using state-of-the-art equipment.
- Assisting in all aspects of kitchen operations, from prep and cooking for our restaurant, kiosk, and catering events to maintaining stock and inventory.
- Upholding the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.
- Collaborating with the Head Chef on menu development, ingredient sourcing, and quality control.
- Contributing to a positive, efficient, and collaborative team culture in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
- Working flexibly across breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, including weekends and public holidays, especially during peak seasons.
Qualifications
To thrive in this launch-phase role, you will need:
- A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and proven experience as a Commis Chef or Chef de Partie in a quality culinary environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines, with strong pizza-making skills.
- A passion for fresh, local produce and the ability to manage ordering and quality checks.
- Excellent communication skills, a positive, adaptable attitude, and a genuine team-player mindset.
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster across all meal periods, including peak summer and holiday seasons.
- The legal right to work in Australia.
Experience in a restaurant opening is highly regarded.
Benefits and Perks
Joining the Searoad team means enjoying a fantastic lifestyle and great benefits, including:
- The unparalleled lifestyle of working on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula with scenic drives and water views.
- Generous employee discounts on retail, dining, tours, and free ferry travel for you and your family.
- Access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
- A starting wage of $28.91 per hour.
- A fun, engaging workplace with regular team events and a collaborative culture.
- The unique opportunity to be a founding member of an exciting new venue from its inception.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills to a breathtaking location and be part of an iconic brand’s new chapter, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply via SEEK with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for our team. For the full position description, please visit searoad.com.au/careers. We anticipate high interest and will contact shortlisted candidates directly.
