Join one of Australia's most established hospitality groups, Trader House, and take the next step in your career as a Chef at the historic Builders Arms Hotel.

About us

Trader House is a collection of Melbourne and Brisbane’s most distinctive restaurants, bars and specialty food stores, led by chef, author and columnist Andrew McConnell and photographer Jo McGann.

Our Melbourne venues include Gimlet, Côte Basque, Apollo Inn, Cutler, Supernormal, Cumulus Inc., Marion, Builders Arms Hotel, Meatsmith, Morning Market, Stokehouse, Marea Beach House & Bar and Ultramarinos. In Brisbane, you’ll find Supernormal and Bar Miette.

Join a team shaping Australia’s hospitality culture across exceptional venues, each with its own identity and a shared commitment to great food, genuine service and memorable experiences

Builders Arms Hotel

A Gertrude Street landmark for over 170 years, the Builders is a place for all occasions: a lively public bar, bustling bistro and private dining rooms.



Our kitchen produces everything from cheeseburgers and fish pie to whole flounder, mussels with fermented chilli and elegant event menus. Proper cooking, excellent produce and training across all sections are at the heart of what we do.

What you'll gain

Work with Melbourne's best suppliers and seasonal produce

Learn fire cooking on our wood rotisserie with evolving weekly specials

Real career progression: one-on-one appraisals, tailored training and management development

Exposure to both bistro and event kitchens

Be part of Andrew McConnell's Trader House group, with opportunities across the portfolio

Valid work visa or Australian work rights are required for this position

Why work with us

Attractive salary plus generous tips

Versatile roster with a mix of day and night shifts

Central Fitzroy location, easy PT access

A creative, energetic team culture where your voice counts

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📌 Grill & Hot Line Chefs (Melbourne)
🏢 Builders Arms Hotel
📍 Melbourne