HEAD CHEF – Pool Terrace Restaurant, Reef View Hotel
Hamilton Island is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the team at Pool Terrace Restaurant, the vibrant, family-friendly dining venue at the Reef View Hotel. Offering modern Australian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Pool Terrace combines quality food with a relaxed poolside atmosphere and panoramic views over Catseye Beach.
Why you'll love working with us
* Lead a large, fast-paced kitchen in a high-volume resort restaurant
* Live footsteps from the beach with no traffic or commute
* Access a $15/week gym membership and staff discounts island-wide
Your Role
As Head Chef, you'll oversee all kitchen operations at Pool Terrace Restaurant. From high-volume buffet breakfasts to à la carte lunch and dinner service, you'll manage a team of up to 20 chefs, drive menu development, and maintain the high standards of quality and consistency Hamilton Island is known for.
Where you'll make an impact
* Lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume kitchen
* Oversee buffet breakfast, à la carte lunch and dinner, and in-room dining
* Design and deliver menus using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients
* Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
* Train, lead, and inspire a team of 20 chefs and kitchen staff
* Manage ordering, stock control, food cost, compliance, and safety standards
* Collaborate with hotel leadership to deliver seamless guest experiences
* Uphold Hamilton Island's reputation for food excellence across every service
What we're looking for
You're a skilled and motivated culinary leader with a passion for modern Australian cuisine and an eye for consistency and detail. You excel in high-volume service environments, lead by example, and know how to get the best out of your team.
To be successful, you will need:
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (Essential)
* Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Essential)
* Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role
* Experience in 4-star or 5-star hotels, resorts, cruise ships or convention centres
* Strong team leadership and time management skills
* Proven experience designing seasonal menus using fresh, local ingredients
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, or equivalent software
* Impeccable grooming and personal presentation
About Hamilton Island
Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.
Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.
A little island can do wonders – make your next career move one to remember
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