Sous Chef - Marina Tavern
Hamilton Island Enterprises
Posted 3 days ago
SOUS CHEF – Marina Tavern
The Marina Tavern is a colonial-style venue featuring a restaurant and bar, offering the ideal environment for a Sous Chef to refine their culinary skills while contributing to creating the best in Australian pub food.
A popular destination for both Island guests and residents, the Tavern serves approximately 400-500 covers per night. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and the culinary team, delivering exceptional experiences for our guests through outstanding food and service.
The successful candidate will receive full support from our food and beverage management team, along with training on our ITC infrastructure and logistics operations.
Your Role
Working alongside the Head Chef and Executive Chef, you will play a vital role in delivering a dining experience that exceeds guests’ expectations, while supporting operational and financial goals.
You will also:
Assist with the creation and design of menus that reflect the culinary vision of the Tavern while ensuring guest satisfaction, cost effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
Monitor product quality, minimize wastage, and support inventory control to help achieve budgeted targets.
Ensure compliance with all statutory Australian Food Safety Standards, WH&S, and HIE standards, procedures, and processes.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to enhance kitchen operations and performance.
Support the leadership and development of a highly motivated, skilled team that consistently strives for excellence.
Assist with the recruitment, training, mentoring, and ongoing development of kitchen staff.
This full-time role is based on stunning Hamilton Island.
About You
You are a dedicated culinary professional with a passion for delivering exceptional food and supporting a high-performing team.
You thrive in fast-paced environments, have strong problem-solving abilities, and adapt quickly to challenges. Your positive attitude and team-oriented approach help foster a collaborative and supportive work culture. Your enthusiasm for mentoring and professional development will contribute to the ongoing growth and success of your team.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Leadership skills: The ability to support and inspire a team, promoting a positive and efficient work environment.
Culinary experience: Proven experience in large-volume venues with a diverse range of cuisines.
Adaptability: Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to handle changing circumstances and unexpected situations.
Communication skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, both within the kitchen and with guests.
You will also have:
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Essential)
At least 3 years’ experience in a Sous Chef or similar kitchen leadership role (Essential)
Proven management skills and experience working with large teams (Essential)
Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Desirable)
Experience in volume production kitchens
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, or equivalent
Your Benefits
Competitive salary
Subsidised (Salary Sacrifice) furnished single staff accommodation
Staff perks – discounts on venues, retail, activities, subsidised staff café, and $15 pw gym membership!
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
A fantastic work culture and supportive community
Live and work on the beautiful Hamilton Island, right at the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef!
About Us
Located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is one of Australia’s most stunning and sought-after holiday destinations. Surrounded by pristine beaches and vibrant marine life, the island is home to 4 resorts, over 20 culinary venues, a championship golf course, a luxury Yacht Club, and the award-winning qualia resort.
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Hamilton Island is more than just a workplace – it’s an incredible career opportunity.
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About Hamilton Island Enterprises
History
From its original settlement by the Ngaro Aboriginal tribe, to its visit by Captain Cook in 1770, and evolution as a tourist destination in the 1970s and 1980s, Hamilton Island has had a long and interesting history. The island was purchased by renowned Australian winemaker, Bob Oatley, in 2003, and since, has become one of the world’s leading holiday destinations.
Environment
While there is an abundance of restaurants, bars and resorts on Hamilton Island, only a third of the island is developed - meaning the rest remains in its pristine, natural state. There are more than a dozen walking trails through which guests can explore the island.
Infrastructure
Every year, the Oatley family invests millions of dollars in improving the accommodation, infrastructure and services available on Hamilton Island. This includes ensuring that waste is disposed of in the most environmentally-friendly manner - and is re-used wherever possible - as well as making sure power sources are utilised in the most efficient way.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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