Cook / Apprentice
Foxeys Hangout
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Foxeys Hangout Wine Co. has a unique opportunity for a cook, or second- or third-year apprentice to join our team of hospitality professionals on the Mornington Peninsula.
About us
Nestled in Red Hill on the Mornington Peninsula – between the surf coast of Western Port and tranquil Port Phillip Bay – Foxeys Hangout has hand-crafted wines for more than 20 years.
We operate two daytime-only venues: a thriving cellar door and restaurant at Foxeys Hangout and the recently reopened Morning Sun venue in Main Ridge. Morning Sun opens Thursday to Sunday.
Our staff are the focal point of our core values. We are respectful and dedicated to our team, caring for their wellbeing and professional development.
About the Role
The successful candidate will join a highly productive and capable team under the direction of Foxeys / Morning Sun group Head Chef Bernard McCarthy.
Key responsibilities include:
preparing and serving lunches in an informal winery restaurant open four days per week
catering for occasional daytime functions and wine club events
keeping a tidy, food-safe kitchen while adhering to proper stock rotation, labelling and storage practices
assisting the group head chef with ordering of goods
In the day-to-day operations, you will work with the front-of-house team to ensure the smooth running of services.
The Perks
Tired of working nights? We are daytime only!
Award rates plus tips
Lunch and coffee provided
Staff discounts on wine
Work with an efficient, highly productive team with the direction and guidance from Foxeys-Morning Sun Head Chef Bernard McCarthy
Working with abundant Peninsula produce from local suppliers
An opportunity to build your wine knowledge
A fun, respectful team who champion each other and the business.
About You
As part of our kitchen team, you:
Are calm, organised and adaptable.
Have a growth mindset and look to improve not just your own skills, but our systems and structures to help create the work environment you are looking for.
Have a sound understanding of food safety practices and a commitment to safe food handling, stock rotation and proper food storage practices.
Must be able to work weekends.
Must have your own transport
Must have the right to work in Australia with no restrictions
If you feel that you are the right person then we would love to hear from you!