Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm

06/12/2024

Follow the rainbow!!!
We were lucky enough to capture a double rainbow here 💕
We are open Saturday and Sunday for wine tastings, terrace menu, Christmas shopping 😁and a wander around the fields.

03/12/2024

That’s a wrap for our wedding season and little Holy Moly gets to enjoy the hill mostly to himself now 😆
Huge thank you to all the couples that celebrated with us this year, it’s been a big one!!

22/11/2024

We are looking for a Head Chef.

About the role

Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm is seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Mt Alford, Queensland. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations and ensuring the delivery of an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

About the job role:
Develop and implement creative and innovative menus that showcase seasonal, locally-sourced produce
Manage and lead a team of talented chefs and kitchen staff, providing guidance, training and mentorship
Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation and timely service
Oversee food ordering, inventory management and cost control to maximize profitability
Collaborate with the hotel management team to align the culinary offering with the overall brand and guest experience
Maintain a safe, hygienic and well-organised kitchen environment in compliance with all relevant regulations

What we're looking for:
Suits an experienced Head Chef or Sous Chef looking for a set up
Formal culinary training and qualifications, such as a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Demonstrated expertise in managing a kitchen team and leading by example
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety regulations
Exceptional creativity and flair for developing innovative, flavorsome menus
Excellent time management, problem-solving and organizational skills

About Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm:
Nestled in the Heart of the Scenic Rim, underneath the backdrop of the Great Diving Range. Kooroomba Winery is a unique destination with its own private, 2.5-acre vineyard. Kooroomba Winery is the Scenic Rims finest example of seclusion and privacy.
Set within the Winery, Kooroomba Restaurant showcases Locally Grown, Sustainable Produce and utilizes Modern Australian techniques with a touch of nostalgia. Dining at Kooroomba begins with seasonal dishes effortlessly matched with wines from our Winery.
We are a small, energetic and dedicated team, with a strong focus on exceptional hospitality and guest experience.
Our on-site restaurant is a popular dining destination, known for its creative cuisine and warm, friendly service.
Recent accolades include,
• Bridal Choice Awards - Best Restaurant in a Winery
• ABIA awards - Best Wedding in a Winery and Venue Co-Ordinator
• AGFG 13 Hats 2024
• Restaurant and Catering Finalists

If you're passionate about food and delivering outstanding customer service, we'd love to hear from you.
please send your CV to [email protected] 😊

03/11/2024

Thank you too for dining with us! Our staff’s goal is to make your day a memorable experience and love it when customers reciprocate with kindness, laughter and a cute little message 🥰
Open Wednesday and Sunday from 10am
Closed Thursday, Friday and Saturday for very special weddings 💟💒

27/10/2024

Plenty of furry friends have visited us here at Kooroomaba for weddings and just a good old day out. Sooti particularly stole a lot of hearts at his purrents wedding!

Open Wednesday 30th, Thursday 31st, Friday 1st and of course Sunday 3rd.
Closed Saturday for a very lucky couples wedding 💟

First Class Pet Sitting
Perri & Matt
Featuring Sooti
30.05.2024

Dream team ✨
💒

20/10/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are excited to announce that Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm has been proudly recognised as a finalist in the prestigious 26th Queensland 🏆

A big high five to all our gorgeous newlyweds that took the time to vote for us!!! 💟💟💟

The ABIA Wedding Awards (est. 1996) acknowledge local wedding professionals who demonstrate excellence in trust, quality, service, value, and professionalism.

Winners & Results will be announced at the official Black Tie Gala Dinner on the 27th of November at

15/10/2024

It was moody skies last week, what will this week bring?
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am 😁
Closed to the public on Friday for a very special and excited couples wedding 💟💒

06/10/2024

As the weather warms up the vineyard gets greener and greener 😁
Thanks for visiting us today everyone, it was great to see so many human and k9 visitors!!!!
We are open to the public Wednesday and Sunday next week 🪻

01/10/2024

The little bees are busy having fun in the last flush of lavender 💟🪻🐝
Have you managed to capture a bee photo this season that you love!

24/09/2024

Stories in the shadows.
We feel so blessed to be a part of creating life long memories for our brides & grooms and their loved ones.
Every wedding has its own little story that makes it uniquely theirs.
If you’re looking for a career in hospitality and would love to be a part of future stories send through your resume.
We are closed to the public for weddings Thursday and Saturday this week 💕
Open Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 💕

14/09/2024

How quickly is the year flying by!!! Our spring wedding couples are getting so excited as their day approaches.
They do hire our venue exclusively, so we are closed to the public on the dates below.
If the CLOSED FOR WEDDING sign is out, we are indeed closed.

We would love to see smiling public faces on Wednesday's and Sunday's :)

08/09/2024

Spring certainly is a popular time of year for visitors and new leaves/flowers in the garden!!!
This time of year we are lucky enough to have the lavender in full bloom AND new shoots on our crepe myrtle tunnel AND vineyard AND grevilleas showing us their best pink creations.
Open next week Wednesday and Sunday from 10am :)
Closed Thursday, Friday, Saturday for very special weddings.

07/09/2024

SPRING MENU IN THE RESTAURANT HAS LAUNCHED AND IT IS SIMPLY AMAZING 🤩
Carrot, Almond, Dolce De Leche
Local Baby Carrots Roasted on Coffee Beans, Crème Fraiche, Oats

01/09/2024

We hope all the fathers got all the love today for Father’s Day!!!

We are closed next week Thursday, Friday and Saturday for very special weddings 💒

We’d love to see you on Wednesday or Sunday for a cheeky wine and wander in the lavender field whilst they are still in full bloom.
💕

07/08/2024

We have found plenty of bees in the field but are needing a couple more staff members!

03/08/2024

It's time to 'Support my Local' restaurant and show your support through your vote!!! The winter menu is particularly delicious, and the lavender is in full bloom. it's certainly a great time of year to visit.
Book your restaurant table via our website.

Kooroomba Vineyard Restaurant in Boonah, South East Queensland Country QLD. Restaurants serving Modern Australian cuisine. Book a table and see menus, reviews, phone for Kooroomba Vineyard Restaurant from AGFG.

28/07/2024

Another day done!
Our doors are open to the public Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun next week.
So mark your calendars to come and see the lavender whilst it is in full bloom and grab some Rosa while it's back in stock!