Seasonal Work

Seasonal roles at Monavale offer immersive, meaningful work within a dynamic organic farm environment. Whether harvesting in the fields or supporting production and hospitality, you’ll join a team committed to ethical practices and land stewardship. We welcome workers from near and far to contribute their skills and energy to the life of the orchard.

Our casual workforce typically spans orchard and packhouse roles, but there is some overlap and people will need to be prepared to pitch in where needed.

We are entering our summer management, harvest, and packing phase, and are building our team for contracts within the November-May period.

You can use the form at this link to express interest so we’ll have your details on file, and we may be in touch as required.

https://forms.gle/dyW7zBwQ1NuPcL8W9

Summer season – October to April

Our orchard roles typically include physical, outdoor horticultural and land-management tasks. You’ll be helping out with:

• Weeding
• Mowing
• Scrubcutting and whipper-snipping
• Loading berries
• Irrigation maintenance
• Plant management and disease prevention
• Berry harvesting
• General infrastructure maintenance

Our packhouse roles are largely indoors, inside our purpose-built packing shed. You will be involved in:

• Grading blueberries using our state-of-the-art equipment
• Cleaning to ensure strict organic and food-safe hygiene conditions are upheld
• Warehouse and order fulfilment
• Washing our picking gear to reuse in the field every day
• Sorting and packing berries into freezer-ready packaging

General duties may also include:

• Farmers markets stall customer service and sales
• Picking fruit and food preparation

If you have supervisory experience/aptitude, you may also be eligible and suitable for a higher-responsibility role as a team leader.

Winter season

Our winter season (beginning in April/May) is focused on preparing the orchard for the next cycle of plant growth, to optimise the next season’s crop and replenish the soil. You will be involved in:

• Pruning
• Lopping
• Mowing
• Weeding
• Orchard cleanup
• Packhouse cleanup

If you feel you align with our ambitions and values, please complete our expression of interest form at: https://forms.gle/snckdCL8dRpgyBkK6

Café Chef | Café Irresistiblue

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate, talented, and dedicated Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team during our Summer Holiday season on a fixed term contract; 25 November 2026 – 28 February 2026

In this role, you will play a key part in crafting exceptional culinary experiences, maintaining the highest standards of food safety, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Execution: Prepare, cook, bake and present dishes to the exact specifications as per our menu, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and visual appeal across all services.
• Kitchen Standards & Hygiene: Maintain immaculate cleanliness and hygiene standards across all food preparation and storage areas, fully complying with local food safety regulations.
• Inventory & Stock Management: Monitor stock levels, rotate produce efficiently to minimize food waste, and assist with ordering and stocktakes.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively alongside front-of-house and kitchen staff during peak service hours to ensure smooth, timely operations.
• Monitor and minimize food wastage, raising any concerns with the Head Chef

What We Are Looking For

• All round café Chef experience working in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Experienced and confident enough to work alone if necessary, assist in the creation of menus, and take ownership and pride in the food you create.
• Qualifications: Relevant culinary qualifications and a valid food safety certificate are preferred; Certificate in Cookery L4 or L5 Diploma
• Skill & Versatility: Strong knife skills, a solid understanding of various cooking methods, and the ability to thrive under pressure during busy rushes.
• Good Communication skills: If you are a traveller, a good command of English is required.
• Work Ethic: A positive attitude, punctuality, speed, consistency in presentation, flavour, basic baking, a strong eye for detail, and a genuine passion for great food.
• Must have the ability to follow a recipe
• Flexibility: Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required by roster needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package commensurate with your experience.
• Work Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive kitchen environment where your creativity and hard work are valued.
• Perks: Discounted staff meals on duty, uniform provided, and employee discounts on products.

How to Apply

If you have a passion for hospitality and culinary excellence, please apply directly through google forms at the button below.

Market Stall Assistant

Position Overview

Monavale Blueberries is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and customer-focused individual to join our team on a fixed-term contract from the 30th October 2026 to 28th March 2027. In this role, you will be the face of our brand at local farmers markets, helping us showcase and sell our premium harvest and artisan products directly to the community.

Workdays:

• Friday: – 2 hours
• Saturday: 6:30am to 1.30pm
• Sundays: 6:15am to 2:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Preparation & Logistics: Prepare, organize, load stock, equipment, and market collateral securely into the vehicle.
• Coordinate stock orders and collect items from Café Irresistiblue as required.
• Drive to the designated market location safely and efficiently.
• Stall Setup & Maintenance: Set up the market stall completely and professionally prior to market opening hours.
• Maintain a visually appealing, clean, organised, and fully-stocked stall throughout the entire market day.
• Pack down and reload the vehicle securely at the conclusion of the market.
• Customer Service & Sales: Engage warmly and enthusiastically with customers, sharing product knowledge about our blueberries and associated items.
• Process transactions accurately using EFTPOS equipment.
• Handle cash transactions securely and calculate totals quickly and correctly

Requirements & Skills

• Valid driver's license and comfortable driving to and from market locations.
• Strong basic maths skills with a high level of accuracy in cash handling and giving change.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a natural passion for customer service and interacting with the public.
• Reliable, punctual, and physically capable of lifting and moving boxes/market equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively under pressure.

How to Apply

Ready to join our dynamic team? Send your application to us at: [email protected]