Careers

The Role:

Southern Ocean Lodge’s food philosophy very naturally, is underpinned by the glorious gastronomic abundance.  Actively sourcing growers who adopt sustainable farming practices, one of the hallmarks of our cuisine is the close relationships we have with local Kangaroo Island artisan food and wine producers.  You will bring your knowledge of South Australian wine to life by recommending and sharing with our guests the stories of our products from the open cellar bar. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, you will be encouraged to have input into menu design and wine pairings.

• You will be a natural leader, with an engaging and infectious manner.
• You will nurture the team and provide a fun and energetic environment in which they can thrive alongside you.
• You will be responsible for the delivery of a relaxed yet stylish dining experience for our guests, team training and development and payroll management.
• You will have a passion for food and wine – with real joy and interest in the local offer

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in restaurant operations, ideally in the luxury segment
• A passion for all things food & beverage, and love serving high-quality produce in a relaxed yet professional work environment
• Ideally sound knowledge of South Australian wines
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of guests and team members
• Ideally, a full South Australian Drivers license, Apply First Aid, Responsible Persons Badge SA or the ability to obtain all of these

The Benefits:

• Onsite individual accommodation unit with ensuite, and all meals included
• Enjoy the staff facilities – use the outdoor recreational equipment, tend to the garden or take one of the bikes for a ride to the beach
• Extensive departmental training and the ability to cross-train in other areas of the lodge
• Team and family accommodation discounts across all Baillie Lodges properties
• Family culture and new friendships await – regular social outings, BBQ’s and group activities

The Role:

As the saying goes; “Where good wine grows, so good food grows too.”  The Louise’s food philosophy very naturally, is underpinned by the glorious agricultural abundance – whether it be direct from our modest kitchen garden or from the local farmer ‘up the road’.  With Appellation restaurant recognized as a world-class dining destination, you will curate and develop our daily ‘tasting style’ menu. You will draw not just from the abundance of local produce, but also from your own culinary journey and experiences.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can lead the small kitchen team in daily operations.

You will have…

• An entrepreneurial drive and spirit, with a sense of creativity
• A passion for all things food & beverage
• Significant experience in kitchen operations, ideally in the luxury sector
• A creative approach coupled with an entrepreneurial mindset
• A meticulous nature is crucial for maintaining quality and standards
• The ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members at all levels
• The ability to foster a light-hearted work environment while maintaining professionalism
• A willingness to collaborate with management and lodge team members in daily operations

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