Yarra Valley Lodge, 2 Heritage Avenue, Chirnside Park, Victoria, Australia
Yarra Valley Lodge is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.
About EVT:
As market‑leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best‑known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo.
Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.
About Rydges Hotel & Resorts:
Proudly Australian & New Zealand owned, Rydges Hotels & Resorts provides a diverse range of elevated city, suburban, and resort‑style hotels. From classic charm to sophisticated style, our properties have every detail considered to deliver a refreshingly local experience with exceptional comforts catering to all guests.
Join our team of local heroes dedicated to enhancing every guest’s stay.
About the Role:
This role is dedicated to working collaboratively with the kitchen staff to produce consistently high quality meals. It requires practicing and teaching portion control, quality control, waste management, and product preparation techniques to ensure excellence in every dish served.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintaining impeccable hygiene standards and practices across the kitchen.
- Training, mentoring, and developing junior kitchen staff to foster a culture of excellence.
- Overseeing the preparation and presentation of food to meet the expectations of our diverse clientele.
- Collaborating with the team across our multifaceted kitchens to ensure smooth operations during peak times and special events.
- This is a full-time opportunity for a passionate chef eager to take on a recent challenge.
Skills & Experience:
- Passion for excellence and great attention to detail in every dish you create.
- 2–3 years’ experience working in fast‑paced kitchens, ideally within Asian/Japanese restaurants of a similar quality.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with your peers.
- Strong organization and problem‑solving skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Solid understanding of food cost and production processes, with a focus on maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste.
- Trade cooking qualifications (Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery) are essential.
- A strong leadership style and work ethic, with a commitment to maintaining high standards.
Benefits & Perks:
- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
- 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
- Rapidcareer growth opportunities through our EVT network.
- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company
Join Yarra Valley Lodge and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day. When you click apply you will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group.
You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.
Yarra Valley Lodge, 2 Heritage Avenue, Chirnside Park, Victoria, Australia
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