16 to 20 hours per week | Weekends essential | No nights

Helen’s Hill is looking for a capable and motivated casual Chef or experienced Cook to join our bistro kitchen team in Coldstream, in the heart of the Yarra Valley.

We have recently completed a major kitchen upgrade and launched an exciting new bistro menu. This is a strong opportunity to join a busy winery kitchen, work with quality local produce and contribute ideas as the menu continues to develop.

Casual Chef or Experienced Cook

Helen’s Hill is looking for a capable and motivated casual Chef or experienced Cook to join our bistro kitchen team in Coldstream, in the heart of the Yarra Valley.

We have recently completed a major kitchen upgrade and launched an exciting new bistro menu. This is a strong chance to join a busy winery kitchen, work with quality local produce and contribute ideas as the menu continues to develop.

About the role

This is a casual position offering approximately 16 to 20 hours per week. The majority of shifts will be on weekends, with additional weekday work available for the right candidate.

There are no night shifts, making this a great role for someone looking for consistent hospitality hours without late finishes.

You will work across a range of kitchen stations, assist with mise en place and service, and help maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.

What you will be doing

- Preparing and cooking dishes across multiple kitchen stations
- Completing mise en place to a high and consistent standard
- Supporting smooth service during busy weekend periods




- Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation
- Working collaboratively with the Head Chef and broader kitchen team
- Contributing ideas and creative input into menu development
- Assisting with stock rotation, preparation and general kitchen operations

About you

We are looking for someone who:

- Has previous experience as a Chef, Cook or experienced kitchen professional
- Is confident with mise en place and working across multiple stations
- Can remain organised and composed during busy service periods
- Takes pride in presentation, consistency and food quality
- Works well within a collaborative team environment
- Is reliable, positive and willing to contribute
- Is available to work weekends
- Has their own reliable transport, as public transport options are limited

A formal cookery qualification is desirable but not essential for applicants with strong practical kitchen experience.

What we offer

- Approximately 16 to 20 hours per week
- No night shifts
- Award rates based on experience and classification
- A newly built and well-equipped kitchen
- Creative input into an evolving bistro menu
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- The opportunity to work in a busy, established Yarra Valley winery
- Quality produce, a strong local following and a unique hospitality setting

Helen’s Hill is a family-owned winery with an established cellar door and bistro. Our kitchen services a busy weekend trade, winery visitors, members and special events.

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📌 Casual Chef/Cook (Melbourne)
🏢 Helen's Hill Vineyard
📍 Melbourne