More than a job. A career.
At Jackalope, hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s how we connect, create and leave a lasting impression.
In a world increasingly shaped by automation and speed, the human skills developed in hospitality – intuition, creativity, emotional intelligence, leadership have never been more valuable. This is an industry where curiosity is rewarded, individuality is celebrated, and growth is limited only by your ambition.
Whether you’re pouring your first cocktail in Flaggerdoot, plating your first dish in the Doot Doot Doot Kitchen, or leading a team, a career at Jackalope is an opportunity to build something meaningful.
Why hospitality?
Hospitality teaches you how to:
- Read a room before a word is spoken
- Create moments people remember for a lifetime
- Lead with empathy and confidence
- Adapt, solve, and think on your feet
- Work as part of a high-performing team
These are not just job skills they are life skills. And they stay with you, wherever your career leads.
What it's like to work at jackalope
Jackalope is not a conventional hotel and we’re not looking for conventional people.
Set within a working vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula, our hotel blends art, design, storytelling and immersive guest experiences. From our hatted dining to our theatrical cocktail program, every detail is intentional.
Working here means:
- Being part of a creative, ambitious and supportive team
- Delivering experiences, not transactions
- Having the freedom to express your craft and personality
- Learning in an environment that values innovation and individuality
We set high standards, but we also invest deeply in the people who bring those standards to life.
Where to start?
There’s no single path into hospitality and no single type of person who succeeds.
You might be:
- Starting your first job
- Changing careers
- Returning to the workforce
- Looking to refine your craft
At Jackalope, we hire for attitude, curiosity and potential. Skills can be taught – mindset matters most.
If you are interested in working at Jackalope, please email a cover letter and CV to work@jackalopehotels.com
A career at Jackalope is built on growth, experience, and investing in the people who create exceptional guest experiences. We support our team with structured learning, leadership development, and hands-on training from day one.
You’ll also receive a paid birthday day off, an annual anniversary stay experience, and generous team discounts across accommodation, food and beverage, retail, and cellar door offerings.
Learning & development
Your development starts on day one and continues throughout your career.
- Induction & Foundations: From day one, you’ll be immersed in Jackalope’s philosophy, service standards, guest experience, product knowledge, and operational training.
- Luxury Training Series: A structured program focused on elevating guest engagement, personalised service, product knowledge, storytelling, and brand standards.
- Emerging Leaders Program: For those ready to step up, building leadership capability, communication, coaching, and operational awareness.
Learning here is both formal and on-the-job because the best development happens in real time, with real guests.
Career Pathways
A role at Jackalope is just the beginning. Many of our leaders started on the floor, behind the bar, or in the kitchen.
Career progression here is real and achievable:
- Our General Manager began as a Front of House Manager
- Our Director of Food & Beverage started as a Bar Manager
- Our Executive Chef progressed from Sous Chef
We believe in growing talent from within because the people who understand our culture best are the ones who help shape its future.
Your Next Step
Hospitality is one of the most versatile careers in the world.
With the right foundation, your career can take you:
- Across Australia and internationally
- Into leadership, operations or creative roles
- Into hotels, restaurants, events, consulting or entrepreneurship
At Jackalope, we don’t just prepare you for your next role we prepare you for a career without limits.
If you are interested in working at Jackalope, please email a cover letter and CV to work@jackalopehotels.com
A career at Jackalope is built on growth, experience, and looking after the people who look after our guests. We invest in our team because we know exceptional guest experiences start with a supported, inspired and well-developed team.
Employee Benefits at Jackalope
As a Jackalope team member, you’ll receive:
- Career development with structured learning, leadership programs, and on-the-job training
- Your birthday off!
- Annual perks, including anniversary stays and spa treatments
- Discounts across accommodation, dining, wine, spa, retail, and selected services
- Access to partner wellness and lifestyle benefits
- Employee recognition programs, including Doot Dollars, awards, and incentives
- Referral bonuses for successful hires
- Invitations to team events and celebrations
Wellbeing & Connection
Hospitality is demanding and we take wellbeing seriously.
As part of life at Jackalope, you’ll have access to:
- Mindful May – a month-long wellbeing program featuring workshops, activities and guided sessions focused on mental and physical health
- Team hikes and outdoor activities designed to reconnect, reset and explore the Mornington Peninsula
- Team-building experiences that strengthen connection across departments and roles
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with refreshed, confidential support services available whenever you need them
At Jackalope, we believe high performance and wellbeing go hand in hand. We don’t just build careers we build people who can sustain long, rewarding ones.
If you are interested in working at Jackalope, please email a cover letter and CV to work@jackalopehotels.com
We currently have a range of opportunities available across our hotels for individuals who are passionate about hospitality and committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Whether in front-of-house, behind the scenes, or in specialist operational roles, we are seeking people who take pride in their craft, thrive in a collaborative environment, and consistently uphold the highest standards of service.
Assistant Bar Manager
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Bar Manager to support the leadership of Flaggerdoot and help deliver an exceptional, world-class guest experience.
Our cocktail program is intentionally designed around rotating, theme-led menus exploring concepts such as alchemy, fermentation, and native botanicals. Ingredients are thoughtfully sourced from the estate and trusted local producers. The department is led by Food & Beverage Director Tanguy Charbonnet (Australian Bartender of the Year 2025), the program is built on deep product knowledge, ongoing training, and a commitment to sustainability in every detail.
Bartender
At the center of the guest experience is Flaggerdoot, our signature cocktail bar where creativity, sustainability, and storytelling converge.
Our cocktail program is intentionally designed around rotating, theme-led menus exploring concepts such as alchemy, fermentation, and native botanicals. Ingredients are thoughtfully sourced from the estate and trusted local producers. The department is led by Food & Beverage Director Tanguy Charbonnet (Australian Bartender of the Year 2025), the program is built on deep product knowledge, ongoing training, and a commitment to sustainability in every detail.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Bartender to help deliver an exceptional, world-class guest experience.
Demi Chef
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Demi Chef to join our kitchen team in Doot Doot Doot. As Demi Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering unforgettable dining experiences. Some of your responsibilities will include contributing to the smooth running of our kitchen and assisting in the management of a section. Observe best practice in food hygiene and health and safety procedures, and liaise with the FOH team on a daily basis. At Jackalope, you’ll be more than just a chef – you’ll be part of a team that redefines hospitality. Bring your passion, creativity, and dedication to an environment where excellence thrives.
Chef de Partie
At Jackalope, you’ll be more than just a chef – you’ll be part of a team that redefines hospitality. Bring your passion, creativity, and dedication to an environment where excellence thrives. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. As Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in delivering unforgettable dining experiences. Some of your responsibilities will include managing your own busy section with precision and passion, following and upholding standard recipes, processes, and procedures, and creating dishes that leave a lasting impression on our guests.
Kitchen Hand
This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of our kitchens and back-of-house areas, including washing dishes, glassware and kitchen equipment, managing waste and ensuring high standards of hygiene. Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a hotel or hospitality environment, is preferred. We are seeking someone available to work 4–5 shifts per week, from 5pm to midnight.
If you do not see your dream role, but are interested in working at Jackalope, please email a cover letter and CV to work@jackalopehotels.com