Sous Chef

Live and Work on World Heritage-Listed K'gari (Fraser Island)

Benefits of Joining Our Team*

• Annual $1000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance
• Worldwide All Heartists rewards & discounts program (Accor Group)
• 25% off resort dining, retail and spa
• Access to Employee Training Programs
• Employee Award Programs
• Free island K'gari Explorer Tours
• Free passenger ferry transfers to-and-from the island
• Maxxia Corporate Benefits (Novated Leasing)
• Working Life (EAP)
• Bupa Corporate Benefits
• ANZ Corporate Benefits
• Access to the resort pool & staff gym
• Conditions and employment duration may apply

The Opportunity

Picture this: you wake up each day on the world's largest sand island, surrounded by pristine beaches, ancient rainforests, and crystal-clear lakes, then head off to work at one of Australia's most significant resort food and beverage operations. This isn't just any job – it's a lifestyle opportunity that combines executive-level responsibility with the unique privilege of living and working in a UNESCO World Heritage environment.

Join our team in creating unforgettable culinary experiences across three restaurants where guests indulge in signature fine dining and modern Australian cuisine. Bring your experience in quality high-volume buffet, al-la-carte and/or fine-dining service and join an organisation that promotes an engaging and rewarding workplace culture where no two days are the same

Role Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar leadership role
• Experience working in a high-volume kitchen
• Experience working in a multi-outlet hotel/resort (highly regarded)
• Certificate III or IV Commercial Cookery
• Diploma Hospitality Management (highly regarded)
• HACCP and Food Safety and Hygiene training
• The right to live and work in Australia

About Us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia's Eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

Living and working in paradise… we can't think of anything better

How to Apply

Click APPLY and upload a copy of your resume outlining your experience.

All final applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.