The Fresh Collective is seeking passionate chefs to join our culinary teams across two iconic Melbourne venues:

- Casual Chef – Level 3 (Cook Grade 2) at Miss Pearl Bar & Dining, within the Melbourne Theatre Company, Southbank

- Casual Function Chefs – Levels 5 & 6 at Melbourne Museum

About the opportunities

At Miss Pearl Bar & Dining, you’ll work in a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen producing an exciting Asian-inspired seasonal menu. Alongside restaurant service, you’ll assist with dishes for the diverse functions and events held at Melbourne Theatre Company.

At Melbourne Museum, you’ll help deliver exceptional catering and dining experiences across intimate functions, premium events and large-scale celebrations at one of Melbourne’s most recognisable cultural institutions.

These are casual positions. The Miss Pearl role primarily offers Wednesday to Saturday evening shifts, while the Melbourne Museum roles offer approximately 30–40 hours per week across Monday to Sunday, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

- Work at iconic Melbourne cultural and hospitality venues

- Award-based casual pay at the applicable Level 3, 5 or 6 classification, plus relevant weekend and public-holiday loadings

- Gain experience across restaurant dining, functions and high-profile events

- Excellent working conditions and a supportive kitchen environment

- Professional development and career opportunities within a national hospitality group

- Convenient Southbank and inner-city locations, accessible by public transport

Your role

Depending on the role and venue, you will:





- Prepare and present high-quality dishes with consistency, care and attention to detail

- Deliver food for à la carte dining, theatre service, functions and events

- Support kitchen operations from preparation through service and pack-down

- Work closely with Head Chefs and senior kitchen teams to ensure efficient food production and quality control

- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and presentation

- Remain organised, efficient and calm in a quick-paced service environment

About you

- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent relevant qualification, is highly regarded

- Experience in a fast-paced restaurant, function, events or high-volume kitchen environment

- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety and hygiene standards

- A keen eye for quality, presentation and detail

- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

- A genuine passion for cooking, adaptability and willingness to learn

- Valid Australian working rights; citizenship, residency or a full working visa preferred

About The Fresh Collective

The Fresh Collective is a national hospitality group delivering exceptional experiences and premium food and beverage across venues and events. With a dedicated team of experienced chefs, event planners and professional waitstaff, Fresh is the food and beverage provider at a number of iconic venues across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra, including Museums Victoria, Crafted by Matt Moran, Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Theatre Company and Queensland Museum.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.

📌 Casual Chef Opportunities - Miss Pearl Bar & Dining & Melbourne Museum
🏢 The Fresh Collective
📍 Melbourne