Sous Chef

SOUS CHEF – Beach Club Restaurant

Hamilton Island is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team at the Beach Club Restaurant—an iconic beachfront dining venue offering contemporary Australian cuisine crafted from the finest seasonal and locally sourced produce. Set beside Catseye Beach and overlooking the pool, the Beach Club Restaurant delivers elegant, relaxed dining with a world-class wine list and premium guest experience.

Why you'll love working with us

• Take part in one of Australia's most stunning resort environments, guiding a passionate culinary team.
• Live the island lifestyle – enjoy tropical living, no commute, and daily inspiration from the sea and sky.
• Enjoy premium benefits – attractive salary, subsidised accommodation, and exclusive staff perks including gym and dining discounts.

Your Role

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead day-to-day operations of the Beach Club kitchen. You will guide the team through à la carte service, develop menus using fresh local produce, ensure kitchen compliance, and deliver exceptional guest experiences in a refined yet relaxed dining environment.

Where you'll make an impact

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality, innovative contemporary Australian dishes
• Oversee creation and execution of à la carte and seasonal tasting menus
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation of every dish
• Manage inventory, ordering, and kitchen operations
• Collaborate on special menus and seasonal offerings
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Sommelier to pair dishes with a premium wine list
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance protocols
• Support the training and development of junior chefs
• Maintain a productive, positive kitchen culture built on collaboration and excellence

What we're looking for

You are a confident and creative culinary leader with a strong background in premium restaurant service. You have a passion for Australian cuisine, an eye for detail, and a calm, motivating approach that brings out the best in your team.

To be successful, you will need:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (Essential)
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Essential)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Sous Chef role or similar senior kitchen position
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire a high-performing kitchen brigade
• Strong organisational skills, food costing, and inventory control experience
• Experience in designing and executing seasonal menus and specials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, or equivalent
• A positive attitude, flexible approach, and a commitment to delivering luxury-level guest experiences

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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