Commis Chef

Intrepid Travel; Coles Bay; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements, work-from-

Free Intrepid trip

Discounts for family and friends

Additional leave for Intrepid trips

Learning and mentorship programs

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Intrepid Travel is hiring a Commis Chef for Edge of the Bay Resort, Coles Bay, Tasmania. This on-site role involves supporting kitchen operations, preparing dishes, and upholding high food safety standards in a beautiful beachfront location.

The successful candidate will have experience in a food offering operation, knowledge of varied cooking techniques, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Working holidays visa candidates are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience within a food offering operation.
• Experience and knowledge in different cooking techniques, styles and procedures.
• Good time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to cater for dietaries without compromising on enjoyment.
• Ability to work as a team and to assist in all operations of the kitchen.
• A natural communicator who finds it easy to chat to guests.
• Passionate about great food, great teamwork and a great attitude

Responsibilities

• Join kitchen team to elevate a dining experience.
• Cater for up to 30 guests at a time.
• Ensure high levels of food safety and hygiene.
• Work on-site at Coles Bay, Tasmania.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking techniques

Time management

Dietary accommodation

Teamwork

Communication

Passion for food

Job description

Application Close Date: 5th December 2025

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

We are Intrepid

Edge of the Bay Resort (EOBR) is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience. We go beyond accommodation, offering personalised service and immersive adventures that leave a lasting impact. From thoughtfully curated tours to exceptional dining, every detail is designed to showcase the best of Tasmania. Hyper-local, unforgettable, and a world of natural beauty—what more do you need?

We’re looking for a talented and passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team, bringing your passion for food to elevate a dining experience to new heights, immersed in a stunning beachfront location. Catering for up to 30 guests at a time, you’ll play an instrumental part in the operation of our kitchen, and will have plenty of opportunity to showcase and develop your skills within a global organisation. You will ensure our customers are satisfied through high quality dishes, customer interaction, high levels of food safety and hygiene practices being air tight.

This is a full-time, permanent position paying up to $69,400 + super, and is based on-site in scenic Coles Bay, Tasmania. We are also open to candidates on a Working Holiday Visa who may be interested in a fixed term opportunity with us, couples encouraged to apply as we have other roles available within the resort.

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include:

Experience within a food offering operation.

Experience and knowledge in different cooking techniques, styles and procedures.

Good time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure.

Ability to cater for dietaries without compromising on enjoyment.

Ability to work as a team and to assist in all operations of the kitchen.

A natural communicator who finds it easy to chat to guests.

Passionate about great food, great teamwork and a great attitude

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit:

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and werecognisethat diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our workperksinclude:

• Flexible work arrangements,work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year
• A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
• 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips
• A minimum of10 weekspaid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.
• Access to e-learning platforms, professionaldevelopmentand mentor programs
• 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
• Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family

We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful.These are our values and to usthey'remore than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every dayit'sour people and the work they do thatbringthem to life.

We aim to ensurediversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require anyreasonableadjustmentto participate in therecruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] your name, location, and what yourequire, we will then be in touch to support your application.

Application Close Date: 5th December 2025