Chef de Cuisine I Azure Bar & Grill I Rare Opportunity

Elements of Byron; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Uniform provided

Parking on site

Employee Assistance Program

Orientation and training

Staff awards

Refer a friend

Job summary

Elements of Byron, a luxury beachfront resort, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead our premium restaurant and own the dining experience. You will manage a passionate kitchen team, delivering exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction.

The role requires at least 2 years’ experience at a 5-star luxury establishment, a Cert III in commercial cookery, and a hands-on leadership style with a strong commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a large 5-star luxury restaurant serving premium dining at Chef de Cuisine level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing kitchen brigade.
• Drive a woodfire and grill-centred menu with exceptional quality and consistency.
• Build strong relationships with local farmers, growers, fishers and suppliers to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Fire & grill

Produce-driven cooking

Seasonal sourcing

Education

Cert III in commercial cookery

Job description

A little bit about us: Located on fifty acres of absolute beachfront, Elements of Byron is an award-winning resort known for its laid-back luxury and exceptional guest experiences. Our resort features beautifully designed one and two-bedroom villas, diverse dining options, and world-class facilities that embody the best of Byron Bay. We take pride in offering barefoot luxury, ensuring unforgettable moments for both guests and staff in our stunning coastal paradise.

Job Description

We're seeking an exceptional Chef de Cuisine to lead our team and drive the next evolution of Azure's dining experience. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a premium restaurant within one of Australia's most celebrated luxury resorts.

You will lead and inspire a passionate, high performing kitchen brigade and champion a produce-driven menu centred around woodfire and grill cooking. You will build strong relationships with local farmers, growers, fishers and suppliers whilst delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and guest experiences. You will drive culinary innovation while maintaining strong commercial performance.

** Please note that we are not in a position to consider sponsorship**

To be considered for this opportunity you must have at least 2 years’ experience working in a large 5-star luxury restaurant serving premium dining experience at a Chef de Cuisine level.

Desired Skills and Experience

Requirement

• Proven leadership success in premium restaurants, luxury hotels, or resorts.
• Deep passion for fire, grill and ingredient-led cooking.
• Strong understanding of local, seasonal, and sustainable produce.
• A creative chef with a hands-on leadership style and sharp commercial acumen.
• Full availability including weekends and public holidays
• ** Please note that we are not in a position to consider sponsorship**
• Able to commit to a full time position 5 days a week including weekends
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications, min requirement Cert III in commercial cookery
• Experience supervising a large team.
• Demonstrated hands-on approach with a passion for food and presentation
• Able to adapt to busy periods with a sense of urgency
• Willingness to learn great techniques
• Able to follow recipes and plan your time accordingly
• Actively demonstrate pride in your work
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards
• Only applicants that have permanent resident status or unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered
• Restaurant, Accommodation and Spa treatment staff discounts
• Uniform provided and parking available on site
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full Day Orientation and dedicated departmental training
• Annual and fortnightly staff awards
• Refer a friend incentive
• Stability and long term employment opportunities for the right candidate
• Work in a beautiful beach side award winning resort