SOUS CHEF - SILKY OAKS LODGE - DAINTREE RAINFOREST
Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge is an immersive culinary experience inspired by the ancient rainforest of the Daintree and the exceptional produce of Tropical North Queensland. With a strong paddock-to-plate philosophy, our menus evolve with the seasons, celebrating locally sourced ingredients through refined yet approachable cuisine.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commis Chef to join the Silky Oaks Lodge team in this truly unique destination.
The Role:
* Assist with food preparation and service, following guidance from senior chefs
* Prepare ingredients and dishes with strong attention to detail, quality and consistency
* Ensure all dietary requirements are carefully followed and accommodated
* Receive, check, store and rotate stock in line with food safety standards
* Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment at all times
* Support daily kitchen operations including prep, cold larder, staff meals and service
* Follow all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience in a similar fine-dining restaurant (required)
* Strong attention to details and ability to adhere to product specifications
* A passion for innovative food
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Knowledge of Australian cuisine and Industry Standards
Silky Oaks Lodge is part of Baillie Lodges. With 9 lodges over four countries and across three continents, we offer an unsurpassed career path limited only by your imagination - and your passport.
Baillie Lodges is an Australia-based collection of award-winning luxury lodges in extraordinary destinations around the world. Included in the collection are Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island, The Louise in Barossa Valley, Longitude 131° at Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree Rainforest, Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, the iconic Huka Lodge in Taupo, New Zealand, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island, Canada and Tierra Atacama and Tierra Patagonia in Chile.