CHEF – DAINTON BREWERY

Carrum Downs, Melbourne VIC

Hospitality & Tourism – Chefs/Cooks

Full-time / Part-time

Join the team at Dainton Brewery

Dainton Brewery is looking for an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Chef to join our Taphouse team at our brewery in Carrum Downs.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys producing quality food in a relaxed brewery environment and wants to be part of a growing hospitality operation.

You will work closely with our Hospitality Manager, General Manager and front-of-house team to deliver a great food and brewery experience for our customers.

The Role

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality meals
- Managing food preparation before and during service
- Maintaining consistent portion sizes, presentation and quality
- Helping develop and improve our Taphouse menu, specials and seasonal offerings
- Ensuring efficient service during busy periods
- Monitoring kitchen stock and assisting with ordering
- Receiving, rotating and correctly storing stock
- Managing portion control and minimising food wastage
- Maintaining a clean, organised and compliant kitchen
- Following all food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements
- Working closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service
- Assisting with brewery functions, events and special occasions
- Contributing ideas to improve the food offering and overall customer experience

About You We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working in a commercial kitchen
- Has relevant cookery qualifications and/or substantial practical experience
- Takes pride in the quality and presentation of their food
- Understands food safety and kitchen hygiene requirements
- Is organised and works well under pressure
- Can work independently without requiring constant supervision




- Is reliable, punctual and professional
- Communicates well with both kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Understands portion control, food costs and minimising wastage
- Is willing to contribute ideas rather than simply follow a set routine

Experience in a brewery, pub, restaurant or busy hospitality venue would be highly regarded.

What We're Looking For

We want someone who takes ownership of the kitchen and genuinely cares about the food leaving it.

We're looking for a Chef who understands that great brewery food doesn't need to be complicated – it needs to be fresh, consistent, well presented and something customers want to come back for.

You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the menu and help shape the food offering as we continue developing the Dainton Brewery Taphouse.

Availability The Taphouse operates across the week, with our busiest periods generally being evenings and weekends.

Applicants should therefore be available for a flexible roster that may include Friday evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and brewery events.

What We Offer

- Work within an established independent brewery
- Prospect to have genuine input into the Taphouse menu
- Supportive brewery and hospitality team
- Hands-on role with room to grow as the business develops
- Staff benefits and discounts
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
- Immediate start available

Location

Dainton Brewery

560 Frankston–Dandenong Road

Carrum Downs VIC 3201

Apply

If you're an experienced Chef looking for a hands-on role where you can contribute to the direction of the kitchen and be part of the next chapter of Dainton Brewery, we'd like to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience and availability.

Pay: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef (Carrum Downs)
🏢 Dainton Taphouse
📍 Carrum Downs