Event and Production Chef

About Us: 
At The Big Group, we are all about the essence of true hospitality, made for the 21st century. From sourcing ingredients, training our staff, and curating the details, the great Art of Australian Hospitality is its ability to flex from formal to relaxed, ultra-contemporary to authentically multicultural, and to show everyone a good time. When it comes to our team, Fun is Fundamental! We believe that a dynamic and enjoyable work environment is key to delivering exceptional service. Our team is passionate, energetic, and dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests while having a great time doing it! 
  
Our Venues:
Our venues Ormond House, Luminaire, Glasshouse and State Library Victoria provide stunning event spaces for corporate dinners, conferences, cocktail parties, private occasions, weddings, milestone celebrations, and everything in-between. In addition to our venues we also have a Production Kitchen in North Melbourne to support the volume of events within our venues.

Exciting Opportunities Coming Up:
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and passionate casual Experienced Chefs to join our dynamic event and production team. Anyone applying must be available for the period from September 2026 to March 2027, and beyond:

• September Club/Grand Final Village (AFL Grand Final Day – 26th September 2026)
• Spring Racing Carnival (31st, 3rd, 5th and 7th November 2026)
• Australian Open (11th Jan - 1st Feb 2027)

We also have a variety of exciting shifts to offer at some of Melbourne's most prestigious events during the summer season, with the potential for growth within the company for the right candidates. We pride ourselves on nurturing a great culture within our teams, the below is what we need in you to keep this culture alive.

Main Duties:

• Follow the Plans and Flow set out by our Head Chef/Sous Chef and Chef supervisors.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes.
• Assist with setting up and packing down kitchens for events.
• Understand dietary requirements and ensure guests are served appropriate meals.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth operations and a high level of guest satisfaction.

Skills/Experience Required:

• Previous experience in the hospitality industry is a must, preferably restaurants and events.
• Strong knowledge of cooking and preparing proteins to perfection at volume within time constraints.
• Attitude to take instruction and work harmoniously within close knit teams.
• Attitude to take on any task required to deliver to The Big Group standard and be a team player until the kitchen is cleaned and all staff are ready to go.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about hospitality and excited about the opportunity to work at some of Melbourne's premier events this spring and summer, we invite you to send us your resume!