Great food. Great produce. Great location. Great team.

If you’re serious about food and want to work in a kitchen where quality, creativity and consistency matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Set directly on the waterfront in East Ballina, Shaws Bay Hotel is a newly renovated, high-volume hospitality venue just 25 minutes from Byron Bay. We’re building an ambitious kitchen team to take us into our next chapter.

With two exciting new menus launching soon, this is an opportunity to join us at the beginning of something special.

THE KITCHEN

We’re passionate about creating food that is fresh, generous and genuinely exciting — using quality local produce wherever possible. Our kitchen offers plenty of variety, and experience across any of the following will be highly regarded:

Woodfired Pizza | Breakfast | Sushi | Seafood | Modern Australian

Whether you're an experienced Chef or a skilled Cook ready for your next challenge, we’re looking for people who take real pride in their craft.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We want chefs and cooks who bring energy, professionalism and a genuine love of hospitality to every service.

You'll be someone who

- Has a passion for exceptional food and quality produce
- Takes pride in presentation, consistency and attention to detail
- Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
- Stays calm, organised and focused during busy services




- Understands the importance of preparation and kitchen organisation
- Maintains exceptional standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety
- Works collaboratively and contributes positively to the kitchen culture
- Is reliable, motivated and takes ownership of their role
- Wants to continually learn, improve and develop their skills

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

For Chef positions, we’re looking for a minimum of 2 years' experience in a busy commercial kitchen, along with relevant qualifications. For Cook positions, previous commercial kitchen experience and a strong work ethic are essential.

You'll also need

- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends and public holidays
- Full or strong roster availability
- Australian working rights

WHY SHAWS BAY?

This isn't just another kitchen job. You'll be joining a newly renovated, food-focused venue in an exceptional waterfront location, surrounded by a team that takes hospitality seriously.

With new menus, growing trade and plenty of variety across our kitchen operations, there's an prospect to build your skills, bring your ideas and grow with the business.

If you love the energy of a busy service, care about what goes on the plate and want to be part of a kitchen that is going places — we want to meet you.

COME COOK WITH US.

Apply now to join the Shaws Bay Hotel kitchen team.

📌 Chefs & Cooks | Shaws Bay Hotel (East Ballina)
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📍 East Ballina