At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Commis Chef and create unforgettable dining experiences on the Great Barrier Reef.
- Company: Cruise Whitsundays, Australia's leading experiential tourism business.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous travel discounts, attractive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible roster with opportunities for career progression and personal development.
- Why this job: Work in a unique offshore setting while developing your culinary skills with experienced mentors.
- Qualifications: Passion for food, teamwork skills, and a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 $ per year.
Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia's leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Cruise Whitsundays, based in Airlie Beach, is the largest marine-based tour and transport provider in the Whitsundays. Providing close encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and the islands of the Whitsundays, Cruise Whitsundays operates 10 well-equipped, air-conditioned vessels, plus a world-class sailing catamaran, offering a range of tours, as well as an inter-island resort connection service, with regular daily departures at two islands, one airport and two mainland ports. Cruise Whitsundays also operates Australia's first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites, and a Reefsleep glamping experience at the Reefworld pontoon, moored offshore at Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef.
About The Role
We are seeking a Commis Chef to join our team at Reefworld. This entry-level culinary role is based permanently aboard the Reefworld Pontoon, Cruise Whitsundays' flagship offshore experience located 39 nautical miles out on the Great Barrier Reef. Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Reefworld Chefs, you will contribute to delivering a high-quality food experience in one of Australia's most unique hospitality settings. The position operates on a swing-based roster of 8 days on, 6 days off, with all shifts performed exclusively at Reefworld.
As a Commis Chef, you will take ownership of daily breakfast service, assist with lunch service, and help prepare for dinner service, in addition to routine kitchen duties and general operational support as directed.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Take ownership of daily breakfast service by preparing, cooking, and presenting all components to the required standard, ensuring timely delivery within the Reefworld kitchen.
- Actively contribute to lunch service under the guidance of the Reefworld Chefs, assisting with food preparation, plating, and maintaining the quality and pace throughout the service period.
- Timely and thoroughly complete dinner preparation tasks as directed, including mise en place, portioning, and kitchen setup to ensure a smooth transition into the evening service.
- Maintain a clean compliant kitchen station at all times, adhering to the Cruise Whitsundays Food Safety Management Plan and HACCP procedures, and ensuring all food safety documentation is completed accurately and on schedule.
- Positively contribute to the overall guest experience by assisting Pontoon Hosts with coffee preparation and table service when required, ensuring a seamless and welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
About You
You will have a genuine passion for hospitality and food, coupled with a strong desire to learn and develop under the guidance of experienced culinary mentors. Your ability to thrive in a close-knit team while adapted to the isolated offshore environment of Reefworld will be crucial. We are looking for someone who is reliable, self-motivated, and capable of consistently performing over an 8-day swing without access to shore-based support.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A genuine passion for hospitality and food, with a willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
- Strong ability to follow direction and work effectively as part of a tight-knit team in an offshore environment.
- Reliability and self-motivation to perform consistently in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
- Flexibility and guest-focused attitude, willing to support host operations when required.
- Prior experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
- Barista experience.
Requirements
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or currently enrolled), or demonstrated equivalent kitchen experience.
- SITHFAB021 - QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol.
- SITSS00069 - Food Safety Supervision Skill Set.
- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid, CPR & O2.
- Blue Card - Working with Children Check QLD.
- Elements of Shipboard Safety.
- National Police Check.
Benefits
- Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences.
- An attractive salary and positive work environment.
- Study Assistance Policy.
- A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments.
- Employee Referral Policy.
- Parental Leave program.
- Purchased Leave policy.
- Private Health discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise.
- Discounts at the Cruise Café & Bar.
- Discounts at the bar on board vessels.
- Free public transport.
- Salary sacrifice remote area benefits.
Commis Chef employer: Journey Beyond
Journey Beyond is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work within Australia's leading experiential tourism business. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide generous benefits including study assistance, private health discounts, and attractive travel discounts, all while fostering a collaborative and adventurous work culture. Join us in shaping unforgettable experiences across our iconic rail journeys, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded.
