HEAD CHEF – coca chu / Hamilton IslandHamilton Island is seeking a creative and experienced Head Chef to lead the vibrant team at coca chu, our iconic beachfront restaurant overlooking Catseye Beach.
With a playful menu inspired by the hawker-style street food of Southeast Asia, coca chu combines bold Asian flavours with an Aussie twist to create an unforgettable dining experience.Why You'll Love Working With UsShape the menu – put your creative stamp on fresh, flavourful, and shareable dishes.Live the island lifestyle – walk to work, relax by the beach, and embrace the tropical Whitsundays.Enjoy amazing perks – subsidised accommodation, exclusive discounts, and a supportive team culture.Your RoleAs Head Chef at coca chu, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
You'll oversee menu execution, uphold quality standards, and bring the restaurant's vibrant vision to life through cutting-edge dishes and exceptional guest experiences.Where You'll Make an ImpactManage daily kitchen operations, staffing, and food safety compliance.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of dedicated chefs.Collaborate with the Executive Chef to evolve and elevate coca chu's offering.Maintain a strong focus on flavour, quality, consistency, and presentation.Ensure seamless delivery of high-volume service while preserving creativity and fun.What We're Looking ForYou're a confident leader and creative culinary professional with a flair for bold flavours and a passion for team leadership.
You thrive in fast-paced, high-end kitchens and love crafting dishes that surprise and delight.To Be Successful, You Will Need:Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Essential).
Food Safety Supervisor Certification (Essential).
Minimum 4–5 years' experience in a Sous Chef or Head Chef role.Strong leadership and team management skills.Experience with Asian Hawker-style cuisine (Highly desirable).
Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Flexible, positive, and reliable attitude.Impeccable grooming and personal presentation.About Hamilton IslandOur 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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📌 Head Chef
🏢 Hamilton Island
📍 Queensland