Demi Chef - Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

EVT - Entertainment | Ventures | Travel; Cairns Regional; Vor Ort; AUD 30.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Elevate Perks from Day One

Dining and stays 50% off across EVT

Movie tickets and Gold Class discounts

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Rapid career growth across EVT network

Paid parental leave

Zusammenfassung

EVT is seeking a talented Demi Chef for its Cairns kitchen as part of its expansive hospitality and entertainment network. You will join a fast-paced team delivering high-quality dishes across à la carte and room service, rotating across kitchen sections under the guidance of senior chefs.

We value pride in plating, strong hygiene standards, and a proactive, team-first attitude. Opportunities for growth locally and within EVT’s network across hotels and venues are available.

Qualifikationen

• Demi Chef experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Solid culinary skills across preparation and presentation.
• Strong hygiene and food safety practices.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across à la carte and room service.
• Rotate across different kitchen sections as needed.
• Work closely with senior chefs to prioritise daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Minimise waste and ensure cost-effective food preparation.
• Support training and development of junior kitchen staff.
• Step up to lead the section when required.
• Follow all SOPs and WHS guidelines.
• Contribute to a positive, professional team culture.
• Assist the conference & catering team with events as needed.

Kenntnisse

Demi Chef

Fast-paced kitchen

Hygiene & safety

Jobbeschreibung

About EVT: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well‑earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award‑winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year‑round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

Are you a talented Demi Chef ready to bring your energy and skill to a fast‑paced kitchen? We're looking for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in every plate, and is hungry to grow their career with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high‑quality dishes across à la carte and room service
• Confidently rotate across different sections of the kitchen as needed
• Work closely with senior chefs to prioritise daily kitchen operations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment at all times
• Minimise waste and ensure cost‑effective food preparation
• Support training and development of junior kitchen staff
• Step up to lead the section when required
• Follow all standard operating procedures and WH&S guidelines
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative team culture
• Assist the conference & catering team with events as needed

What You'll Bring

• Strong Demi Chef experience with confidence in a fast‑paced kitchen
• Proven all‑rounder ability, comfortable working across multiple sections
• Solid culinary skills across preparation and presentation
• Strong understanding of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen operations
• Flexible and reliable, with a proactive, team‑first attitude
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Passion for food and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Interest in career growth, with progression opportunities available locally and within the EVT network

How You Work

• Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
• Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.

Perks from Day One

• As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.