About EVT: Atura Dandenong is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
At Atura, we’re a people place - unconventional, social and full of energy. Our hotels are designed for connection, comfort and community. Whether you’re pouring drinks, sharing local tips or welcoming guests with a warm smile, you’ll be part of a team that’s Always Open to possibility. Join us and help create the kind of place people never want to leave.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across 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 and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook menu items to specification across restaurant, room service, and conference and events operations.
- Work efficiently across assigned sections, maintaining consistency, quality and presentation standards during service.
- Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef with mise en place, stock rotation, and daily kitchen preparation.
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and WH&S procedures, including correct storage and labelling of stock.
- Assist with the planning and execution of conference and event catering, adapting to different formats, group sizes and dietary requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organised and well-stocked section, minimising wastage and controlling costs.
- Support the training and development of Apprentices and junior kitchen team members.
- Communicate effectively with Front of House, Conference & Events, and other kitchen team members to ensure smooth service.
What You’ll Bring:
- Trade qualification in commercial cookery, or working towards one, with relevant kitchen experience.
- Experience working across a la carte, banquet, or conference catering is highly regarded.
- Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure across a varied and sometimes fast-changing events calendar.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
- A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn from senior chefs.
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends around the events calendar.
How You Work:
- Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
- Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
Perks from Day One:
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
Police Check Acknowledgement
Please note that the successful candidate for this position will be required to undergo and satisfactorily pass a criminal record check as part of the recruitment process.
Apply Now
Join Atura Dandenong 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.
Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.
When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.
