Sir Paz Estate is a boutique, family owned winery and woodfire restaurant in Wandin East, in the most picturesque part of the Yarra Valley. We serve seasonal food driven by quality produce and cooked over fire, matched to our estate grown wines, in a warm and unpretentious setting.

Spring and summer are our busiest months, and we’re looking for an experienced casual chef to join our close knit kitchen team across Saturday and Sunday lunch services, with prospects for additional Thursday and Friday shifts, weddings, corporate events and special functions throughout the season.

What the work looks like
Lunch service Saturday and Sunday, with opportunities for Thursday prep and Friday lunch shifts
Functions and events, including some evenings, during the spring and summer season
Cooking in a fully open kitchen where our guests watch the fire and chat with the chefs
Supporting our Head Chef across prep, service and plating

About you
Solid experience as a chef in a café, bistro or restaurant
Available for regular Saturday and Sunday shifts
Reliable, organised and happy to jump in wherever needed




Confident working independently, taking initiative and supporting the team during busy services
Comfortable and friendly in an open kitchen
Experienced and confident in woodfire cooking
Current food safety qualifications and full Australian working rights
Living locally is a big plus. If you’re based in or around Wandin, Seville, Mt Evelyn, Lilydale, Monbulk, Woori Yallock, Healesville or surrounds, we’d especially love to hear from you

What we offer
Daytime shifts with no regular dinner service or split shifts
Consistent weekend work through our busiest season, with potential for additional shifts and greater responsibility
A beautiful open kitchen in a vineyard setting
Supportive family owners who are actively involved in the business
Casual rates in line with the Restaurant Industry Award, including weekend penalties

To apply Send a short CV and a line or two about yourself, including where you’re based and your availability.

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