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Careers

Careers

Be inspired every day!

At Searoad Ferries, we are passionate about what we do, and proud of the reputation we’ve established during 35 years in the tourism and transport sectors. A trusted, innovative, and growing Company located in the picturesque Queenscliff and Sorrento townships, around one million people travel the ‘sea road’ crossing Victoria’s Port Phillip Bay 365 days a year. 

Our customers are our inspiration, and we are focused on connecting people and places through excellent experiences. We offer a vibrant workplace where we consistently exceed customer expectations and support the local community.

If you want to join an innovative and award-winning tourism and transport operator, then a career at Searoad Ferries could be just the ticket. We are going through an exciting period of change that will help us serve our customers better. From digital modernisation to the state-of-the-art sustainable ferry terminals we are building in Queenscliff and Sorrento, now more than ever is a great time to join the team at Searoad Ferries!

 

All employment vacancies are posted on this webpage.

If you are interested in employment with Searoad Ferries, please check this page regularly.

Vacancies listed below. 

Vacancies

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  • Queenscliff
  • Casual
  • Hospitality

Food & Beverage Attendant

Queenscliff
Casual
Hospitality


Iconic hospitality & toursim brand with genuine career pathway opportunities

Work across exciting waterfront venues: restaurant, vessels, bars, and kiosks

Love deliverying great service? Join our friendly team at Searoad Ferries in Queenscliff and make every day memorable! 
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Food & Beverage Attendant
  • Queenscliff
Closing Date: 10/07/2025 12:01:00 AM
Queenscliff
Casual

Job Description

Love where you live – enjoy the great lifestyle on the Bellarine: stunning beaches, surfing, golf, fishing, wineries and brewhouses!
Live where you work – scenic coastal drives, no traffic, sailing on the bay!
Work where you love – join a supportive, fun, and dynamic team!

About Us

Searoad Ferries employs over 200 staff and moves around one million customers each year. We connect people and places through exceptional experiences across the tourism, hospitality, passenger transport, and maritime sectors. Our Hospitality Team is expanding! We cater to a diverse clientele with onboard and onshore café dining, a waterfront restaurant - TARRA, grab-and-go food options, conference facilities, private event spaces. Exciting redevelopment of our Sorrento Ferry Terminal is underway, which will introduce even more fantastic food and beverage offerings.

About the Role

Join our front-of-house hospitality team as a Food and Beverage Attendant (grade 2). We are seeking friendly, professional, motivated individuals with a passion for customer
service to deliver memorable experiences across various settings - including our bustling restaurant, bars, kiosks, conference and event spaces, and aboard the iconic Queenscliff-Sorrento ferry.

Skills and Experience

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Current RSA certification or willingness to obtain it
  • Barista skills or eagerness to learn
  • Professional grooming and appearance
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Flexibility to work peak times, including public holidays
  • Willingness to work breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts
  • Positive attitude, team spirit, and enthusiasm
  • Wine and bar knowledge is a plus but not essential

Note: We welcome applicants without prior hospitality experience. If you have the right personality, can demonstrate your customer focus, and have a willingness to learn, we'll show you the rest!


Some of the perks you'll enjoy while working at Searoad Ferries

  • Staff discounts: retail, dining, hospitality, and free ferry travel
  • Uniform provided: for seagoing and customer-facing roles
  • Support for your wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Engaging workplace culture: regular social events, team gatherings, and a few
  • surprises throughout the year

Before You Apply

  • Availability during summer, the festive season, and other peak periods such as
  • school holidays and public holidays is essential
  • Must have Australian work rights
  • Please note due to the expected high volume of applicants, we may only contact
  • shortlisted candidates
  • No agencies please
  • You must submit a cover letter and resume with your application to be considered

At Searoad Ferries, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
For more details and a copy of the Position Description, visit searoad.com.au/careers. Please submit your application via SEEK, including a cover letter introducing yourself
and your resume. We may commence shortlisting and interviewing applicants prior to the closing date of 10 July 2025.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)

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  • Queenscliff
  • Full-Time
  • Hospitality

Chef de Partie

Queenscliff
Full-Time
Hospitality

 

Enjoy great work-life balance with no split shifts

Work in a stunning coastal loaction with breathtaking waterfront views

Be part of a dynamic, fun, and expanding team launching exciting new venues

Passionet Chef de Partie wanted! Be part of a vibrant team shaping coastal dining experiences. 

 

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Chef de Partie
  • Queenscliff
Closing Date: 10/07/2025 12:01:00 AM
Queenscliff
Full-Time

Job Description

Love where you live – enjoy the great lifestyle on the Bellarine: stunning beaches, surfing, golf, fishing, wineries and brewhouses!
Live where you work – scenic coastal drives, no traffic, sailing on the bay!
Work where you love – join a supportive, fun, and dynamic team!

About Us

Searoad Ferries employs over 200 staff and moves around one million customers each year. We connect people and places through exceptional experiences across the tourism, hospitality, passenger transport, and maritime sectors.

Our flagship restaurant, TARRA Queenscliff, is part of the Searoad Ferries Group, serving up coastal cuisine with breathtaking waterfront views. Focused on fresh, local produce, TARRA offers an elevated dining experience where community, good food, and stunning scenery come together on the Bellarine Peninsula.

We are seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our vibrant kitchen team, where the sea breeze and community spirit are part of every shift. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work across multiple outlets, including beachside dining, onboard and onshore cafés, grab-and-go food, and event catering. With the redevelopment of the Sorrento Ferry Terminal underway, you'll also be part of expanding our diverse food and beverage offerings.

About the Role

Are you a passionate, emerging chef seeking a role with great work-life balance — no split shifts and supportive hours? At TARRA, we offer exactly that, along with the chance to grow your culinary skills.

Set in a purpose-built kitchen overlooking Port Phillip Bay, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase coastal cuisine in our flagship restaurant. Located on the stunning Bellarine Peninsula, TARRA is a favourite for local, interstate, and international visitors alike.

Be a key player in launching Searoad Ferries' exciting new venture in Sorrento, ensuring our menus are executed flawlessly under the guidance of our Executive Chef. You’ll also assist with developing kitchen processes and procedures to uphold our high standards.

About You

  • Prior experience as a Commis Chef (or similar) in a high-standard culinary environment

  • Certificate Level III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)

  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen

  • Flexibility to work peak times, including public holidays

  • Willingness to work breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts

  • Positive attitude, team spirit, and enthusiasm

  • Passionate, creative team player who loves the hospitality industry

  • You thrive on the energy, lifestyle, and opportunities that come with working in scenic settings — and you enjoy connecting with people along the way.

If this sounds like you, and you're ready to work near the stunning bay every day, we'd love to meet you! Whether you've gained a few years of experience or are fresh from your apprenticeship, we're excited to help you grow your career in a supportive environment. If you are seeking a new challenge and a chance to be part of a fantastic team, apply now!

 

Some of the perks you'll enjoy at Searoad Ferries / TARRA:

  • Staff discounts on retail, dining, hospitality — and free ferry travel

  • Uniform provided (for seagoing and customer-facing roles)

  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Regular social events, team gatherings, and a few surprises throughout the year

Before You Apply

  • Availability during summer, the festive season, and other peak periods such as school holidays and public holidays is essential

  • Must have Australian work rights

  • Please note: due to the expected high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted

  • No agencies please

  • You must submit a cover letter and resume with your application to be considered

At Searoad Ferries, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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