About Us
Stomping Ground Brewing Co. is a proudly independent brewery built on the belief that beer should be for everyone. Since opening in 2016, we’ve been bringing people together over great food, great beer and good times.
Our Beer Halls are located in Collingwood and Moorabbin, and we also operate The Local Taphouse in St Kilda. Across our venues, we pride ourselves on creating lively, welcoming spaces where families, friends and beer lovers can enjoy quality craft beer, delicious food and genuine hospitality.
The Opportunities
We’re currently looking to add some talented chefs to our kitchen teams across the following full-time positions:
- Chef de Partie
- Sous Chef
- Head Chef
Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:
- Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes.
- Organising mise en place and taking ownership of your section.
- Assisting senior chefs with the day-to-day management of kitchen and back-of-house operations.
- Supporting the smooth delivery of busy services.
- Maintaining consistent food quality and presentation standards.
- Contributing to seasonal menus, weekly specials, functions and events.
- Assisting with stock rotation, food costs and waste management.
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and workplace safety standards.
- Supporting, training and leading kitchen team members.
- Contributing positively to the performance and culture of the kitchen team.
Whether you’re an experienced Chef de Partie ready for your next opportunity or a seasoned kitchen leader, we’d love to hear from people who enjoy the energy of a busy service and share our passion for great food, beer and hospitality.
About You
You will bring:
- A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent industry experience
- At least two years’ experience in a commercial, high-volume or fast-paced kitchen
- Experience appropriate to the level of the position for which you are applying
- Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills
- A calm and professional approach under pressure
- A strong work ethic, reliability and commitment to quality
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations
- Availability to work a flexible rotating roster across seven days
- A genuine desire for a stable, long-term career in hospitality
- Leadership experience is required for Sous Chef and Head Chef applicants.
What’s in It for You?
- Join a proudly independent and community-minded brewery
- A fun, supportive and inclusive workplace
- Career progression supported by regular development conversations
- Training and development opportunities across our hospitality group
- Opportunities to contribute creatively to menus, specials and events
- Potential opportunities to work across our different venues
- Staff discounts on beer, food and merchandise
- A collaborative team committed to quality and great hospitality
Salary
$77,000 - $87,000 plus superannuation, depending on the position, qualifications and experience.
Ready to Join the Crew?
If you’re an experienced chef who thrives in a busy, friendly kitchen and loves creating great food to complement great beer, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply through SEEK with your resume and a short cover letter confirming the position you’re applying for and outlining your relevant experience. All applications will be treated confidentially.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $77,000.00 – $87,000.00 per year
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
