The Meat & Wine Co is expanding, with an exciting new restaurant opening on Collins Street in 2026.
We’re now looking for experienced and passionate Lead Line Cooks to join our opening kitchen team and help deliver the premium dining experience The Meat & Wine Co is known for. This is a full time salaried position.
Working closely with the Head Chef and Assistant Kitchen Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading service, supporting the kitchen team, and maintaining the high standards of quality, consistency and presentation our guests expect in a fast-paced premium dining environment.
What’s on offer:
- Competitive salary package
- Staff discounts across all Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group venues nation wide (The Meat & Wine Co, Hunter & Barrel and 6 Head)
- Daily staff meals
- Structured onboarding and training
- Career progression opportunities within a national hospitality group
- Supportive leadership team and positive kitchen culture
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience in a senior kitchen role within a high-volume restaurant
- Strong service leadership and communication skills
- Ability to lead by example during busy service periods
- Passion for quality food, consistency and presentation
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards
- Ability to train and support junior kitchen team members
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Availability across a 7-day rotating roster
Experience across grill, pans or premium steakhouse environments will be highly regarded.
About The Meat & Wine Co:
The Meat & Wine Co is an African-inspired premium steakhouse that brings together a combination of an elevated steak program of premium meats, curated world-class wines, and commitment to the latest food trends, within an opulent and contemporary design aesthetic energised by African cultural heritage.
If you’re looking to grow your kitchen career while being part of an exciting new opening backed by an established and growing hospitality group, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Free food
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- What is your expected annual salary?
- What is your notice period with your current employer?
Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Required)
Experience:
- Line cook: 3 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
