The Role

Are you a passionate and talented Breakfast Chef ready to bring your skills to a kitchen on a mission to become one of the best restaurants in regional South Australia?

Renowned Chef Jake Kellie has joined the team at luxury Barossa Valley estate, Kingsford The Barossa, as Culinary Director of Orleana Restaurant.

With an impressive background that spans some of the world’s most acclaimed kitchens and a career shaped by prestigious culinary awards and global recognition, Kellie brings a wealth of experience and creative energy to Kingsford. Kellie’s bold, fire-driven cooking style and immersive approach to dining is in perfect synergy with the vision for Orleana, a restaurant designed to showcase the depth of produce in the region and complement the legacy and landscape of the Kingsford Estate.

About Kingsford The Barossa

Tucked away and only 45 minutes from the bustling city centre of Adelaide, this iconic property is set on 225-acres. On the edge of the breathtaking wine country of South Australia and once home to a wealthy nineteenth-century pastoralist, nothing rivals the exclusive access to our 16-suite retreat. The property has recently re-opened after a two year, multi-million dollar redevelopment.

The role and key duties;

• Delivering our in-house breakfast menu inspired by the finest local ingredients, prepared with creativity and precision;
• Curating unforgettable and personalised guest experiences, ensuring every dish reflects the warmth and quality of Kingsford;
• Collaborating with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to innovate and refine our breakfast offerings;
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards;
• Contributing to menu development, bringing fresh ideas and seasonal inspiration to the table;
• Supporting stock control and ordering, ensuring the kitchen is always well-equipped and ready to deliver excellence.

Essential criteria required to be considered;

• Chef trade qualification or experience as Breakfast Chef / CDP;
• Previous experience in a la carte breakfast service / high end dining environment;
• Ability and willingness to commence work at 6am, and work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays (essential);
• An emphasis on quality and pride in your work;
• Commitment, reliability and determination.

To apply online, please click on the apply button.

Alternatively, send your resume to Emma Martin our Director of Talent Acquisition on emma.martin@salterbrothershospitality.com clearly stating the role being applied for.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

• Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;
• Friends and family discounts;
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly;
• Opportunities for career development and mobility across our 20+ Australian properties (and growing!).