Join the Polperro Kitchen — Apprentice Chef or Kitchen Hand (Full Time)

At Polperro, we’re a small team of great people, doing exceptional work , delivering remarkable, memorable luxury experiences that go far beyond the plate.

This is more than just a kitchen job. It’s a rare opportunity to build your craft in a chef’s-hatted restaurant, set on a working vineyard and farm in the heart of Red Hill. We cook with the seasons, use what we grow, and collaborate closely with our winemaking team to create something truly connected — to land, to story, and to our guests.

We’re on the lookout for a full-time Apprentice Chef or Kitchen Hand to join our crew. If you’ve been searching for a place where quality, care and creativity matter — this is it.

You might be perfect for the role if you’re:

• Just starting out in the kitchen or ready to commit to a full-time hospitality role
• Curious about farm-to-table cooking and seasonal produce
• Up for the challenge of working in a high-performing, respectful kitchen
• Keen to be mentored by Executive Chef Gayan Pieris and our incredibly talented Sous Chef Sanduni Hapuarachchi
• Reliable, grounded, and ready to learn — no job too big or small

What we offer:

• A full-time role with immediate start
• The opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised culinary team
• Hands-on experience with our kitchen garden and estate-grown produce
• A stunning vineyard setting and a strong, supportive team culture
• Clear pathways to grow and progress within the business

This is a kitchen where people stay because the work is real, the food is thoughtful and the team is the kind you want to build a career with.

Ready to apply?

Submit your application via the link below. We can’t wait to hear from you.