Join the Opening Team at Bird in Hand — Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens
A new culinary destination is blooming. Be part of it from day one.
Bird in Hand is launching an inspired new food and wine experience inside the iconic Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens — including fine dining, casual dining, tasting bar, kiosk service, and premium catering. We are assembling an exceptional opening team to bring this vision to life.
If you're already located in Tasmania, passionate about hospitality, and have a deep understanding of local cuisine and produce, we want to hear from you.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES -
SOUS CHEF — Support. Elevate. Inspire.
Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations across all venues.
Essential Experience: Previous Sous Chef or senior chef experience in multi-outlet, fine dining, casual, or high-volume kitchen environments.
Responsibilities include:
* Overseeing kitchen operations and workflow
* Supporting menu execution and maintaining consistency
* Mentoring and training kitchen staff
* Assisting with inventory, food cost control, and event coordination
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CHEF DE PARTIE — Craft. Execute. Excel.
Manage your own kitchen section while ensuring excellence in every dish.
Essential Experience: Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar professional kitchen role, including multi-format or high-volume service.
Responsibilities include:
* Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to brand standards
* Managing a specific kitchen section efficiently
* Supporting menu execution and high-quality service
* Maintaining hygiene, safety, and stock control
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KITCHEN HAND — Prep. Organize. Support.
Supports kitchen operations across fine dining, casual dining, kiosk and catering, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and efficient prep.
Essential Experience: Proven experience as a Kitchen Hand or in a similar professional kitchen role, including multi-format or high-volume service.
Responsibilities include:
* Assist with basic food prep and plating
* Clean dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
* Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety (HACCP) standards
* Stock and organize ingredients and supplies
* Stock and organize ingredients and supplies
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FRONT OF HOUSE SERVICE — Host. Engage. Elevate.
Lead FOH teams across all outlets, including fine dining, casual dining, kiosk service, and catering events.
Essential Experience: Proven experience in fine dining, multi-outlet, or premium hospitality settings, with wine knowledge.
Responsibilities include:
Greet and serve guests promptly and courteously.
* Greet and serve guests promptly and courteously
* Take orders accurately and deliver food/beverage efficiently
* Provide menu guidance and answer guest questions
* Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas
* Assist with setup, breakdown, and service for catering events
* Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
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BARISTA — Energize. Create. Produce.
Prepares and serves espresso-based coffee drinks, operates, and cleans brewing equipment, and provides customer service in a cafe or restaurant setting.
Essential Experience: Proven experience in fine dining, multi-outlet, or premium hospitality settings, with strong barista knowledge.
Responsibilities include:
Greet and serve guests promptly and courteously.
* Preparing, foaming milk, and serving hot and cold coffee drinks and teas
* Greeting customer, taking orders, answering menu questions, and processing payment
* Cleaning and maintaining espresso machines, grinders, and general bar area
* Checking inventory, restocking cups, mugs, and food items
What We're Looking For Across All Roles
• Proven, relevant experience in your role is essential
• Passion for food, wine, and exceptional hospitality
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
• Calm, solutions-focused energy in fast-paced environments
• Commitment to safety, quality, and consistency
Relevant certifications (RSA, RP, HACCP, culinary qualifications).
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Why Join Us?
* Be part of a landmark hospitality opening in one of Tasmania's most stunning natural settings
* Work with a respected Australian brand with a reputation for excellence
* Opportunities for creativity, cross-venue development, and career growth
* A supportive, ambitious, high-performance culture
* Generous Staff Wine Savings
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Be Part of Something Extraordinary
If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and help create a destination that combines exceptional food, wine, and guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.
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Apply now for April 2026 commencement: Head Chef
* Sous Chef
* Chef de Partie
* Front of House Manager
with a cover letter and CV to ***************@birdinhand.com.au & **************@birdinhand.com.au.