JOIN THE KITCHEN TEAM AT ONE OF THE YARRA VALLEY'S PREMIER RESTAURANTS

Herd Bar & Grill is the No1 Rated Restaurant in Healesville, Victoria’s renowned Yarra Valley wine region.

Known for premium Australian beef, cooked over charcoal and warm genuine hospitality, we are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen and help shape the next chapter of Herd.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who wants a healthy work-life balance and the chance to work in an established, highly regarded restaurant.

WHAT WE OFFER

$65k - $80k depending on experience and qualifications

Full-time permanent position

40 hours working week.

Tuesday to Friday Dinner service, plus Saturday Lunch & Dinner

Service hours:

Tuesday to Friday: 4:30pm – 8:30pm

Saturday: 12:00pm – 2:30pm / 4:30pm – 8:30pm

Sunday and Monday Off

Work with premium Australian beef, quality seasonal produce and a charcoal grill

Stable ownership with a long-term vision

Long-term career opportunity within a small 13 year established growing business

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Chef de Partie you'll take full responsibility of our second kitchen section, working closely with the Head Chef to maintain Herd Bar & Grill’s reputation for exceptional food quality and consistency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Take ownership of your section

Prepare all dishes with efficiency and care





Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency

Assist with menu execution, prep and presentation

Be diligent with portioning and stock control

Support and collaborate with the rest of the kitchen team to contribute to a positive culture within a close-knit team

Maintain a clean, organised and skilled environment

Contribute to improvements and efficiencies in kitchen operations

Work closely with our Head Chef to learn and develop

ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about food and delivering exceptional experiences. You are experienced but still have a desire to learn and grow through this role.

Ideally, you will have:

Previous experience as a CDP, or a Demi Chef ready to step up

A passion for premium food and quality ingredients

Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with the kitchen and FOH teams

A commitment to consistency, cleanliness and high standards

Australian working rights

WHY JOIN HERD BAR & GRILL?

This is an excellent opportunity to take your next step filling a niche in an established kitchen with an excellent reputation in one of Australia’s leading food and wine destinations.

If you’re looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your effort is appreciated, and your work-life balance is respected, we’d love to hear from you.

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