Saddle up Gunslingers, Moon Dog Wild West is coming to Geelong!!

We're beyond excited to be bringing our really bloody fun & unique brand of hospitality to beautiful Geelong, aiming to swing open the saloon doors in late November!! We've taken over the old Geelong Hotel pub and are adding a mechanical bull and live music stage to really ramp up the fun!! We will be offering the best in food, beverages and entertainment, with our signature cheeky twist.

We’re seeking an experienced Junior Sous Chef to work with our Head Chef & Sous Chef in taking the reins in the kitchen. You will help to lead our kitchen team in smashing out delicious Tex-Mex, Americana & Aussie Pub inspired dishes. An emerging leader with experience in fast-paced, large kitchens, you will hustle to ensure Moon Dog Geelong is one of the best places to work & eat in town!

The ideal candidate will have several years proven experience in similar roles (large, pumping, pub-like venues) and take great pride in what they do.

The ideal candidate will have:

- At least 5 years experience as a qualified chef

- Experience in running busy service periods

- Strong food knowledge, ideally with Tex Mex/American/Aussie Pub Food or similar

- Experience with ordering and stock control

- Positive, friendly attitude, good people skills





- Strong problem-solving skills

- Strong knowledge of health and safety standards

- The ability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays

- Full availability over the busy summer period

We offer;

- Excellent career progression opportunities with further recent venues planned in VIC and beyond!

- The ability to shape your ideal team right from pre-opening

- Employee Assistance Program (Free counselling etc)

- A generous food & bev package (Free beer & Fizzer!!)

- All the fun and excitement that comes from working for one of Australia's largest independent beverage producers

- A mechanical bull to ride whenever you fancy!!!

At Moon Dog Brewing, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Moon Dog encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation.

If you are keen to sink your teeth into this exciting venue, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining why you are the best person for the role!

Role kicks off mid-late November

📌 Junior Sous Chef at Moon Dog Wild West - Geelong
🏢 Moon Dog Brewing
📍 Geelong