Position : Chef Type : Full-time Employer : Peterson House Ltd Location : Pokolbin NSW 2320 Salary : $76,600 About the Business: Peterson House Ltd is a distinguished sparkling wine producer and premier hospitality venue located in the picturesque Hunter Valley at Pokolbin, New South Wales. As the gateway to the region’s world-class wineries, we specialise in premium méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines and offer an immersive cellar door tasting experience featuring over 30 varieties. Home to the celebrated Restaurant Cuvée, we deliver modern Australian cuisine crafted from fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, perfectly paired with our bubbles, creating exceptional breakfast and lunch experiences in a stunning vineyard setting with sandstone architecture and sweeping views. Renowned for warm, attentive service and hosting beautiful weddings and events, we foster a vibrant, collaborative team culture where passion for quality food, wine, and memorable guest experiences is at the heart of everything we do. About the Position: In the role of Chef at Peterson House Ltd, you will be a key member of the kitchen team at Restaurant Cuvée. You will prepare and deliver high-quality modern Australian dishes for our daily breakfast and lunch services, utilising fresh Hunter Valley produce to create exceptional cuisine that complements our signature sparkling wines. This hands-on position ensures smooth station operations, upholds our high standards of taste, presentation and guest satisfaction, and supports the delivery of memorable dining experiences in our dynamic vineyard venue. Key Responsibilities: Preparing, cooking, and plating dishes for your designated kitchen station in accordance with seasonal menus and recipes Maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, flavour consistency, and presentation Adhering to strict food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness protocols Efficiently managing mise en place, ingredient preparation, and station organisation to support smooth service Collaborating with the kitchen team to deliver timely and exceptional dining experiences during breakfast and lunch services Minimising waste and assisting with stock rotation and inventory management Supporting special events, weddings, and dietary accommodations as required Requirements : Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply. Diploma in Kitchen Management or equivalent higher qualification Minimum one year of relevant experience in a professional kitchen environment Strong technical skills in culinary preparation, cooking techniques specific to modern Australian cuisine, and station management Excellent interpersonal skills including effective teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen setting Passion for using fresh local ingredients and contributing to memorable guest experiences How to Apply: To apply, applicants must submit their resume with a valid email address through this online portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
