Head Chef

K'gari (Fraser Island); Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff accommodation

Discounted meals

K’gari Explorer Tours and ferry

Staff facilities access

Journey Beyond discounts

Job summary

Kingfisher Bay Resort on K’gari (Fraser Island) seeks a Head Chef to lead a multi-kitchen operation across a large island resort. You will shape food quality, coach a diverse culinary team and drive performance while delivering memorable dining experiences for guests.

This hands-on leadership role requires experience in high-volume resort kitchens, workforce planning and cost management, with a focus on safety standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a multi-skilled kitchen team in a large resort/hotel
• Ability to influence menu direction and dining experiences across venues
• Strong HACCP, Food Safety and Hygiene knowledge
• Proven leadership and organisational skills in high-volume kitchens
• Experience managing rosters, labour costs and food costs

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the resort's kitchen team across outlets
• Drive food quality, consistency and service standards
• Manage rosters, labour costs and kitchen performance
• Develop menus and identify opportunities for improvement
• Maintain food safety, compliance and kitchen standards

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Menu development

Food safety

Cost control

Education

Cert III in Commercial Cookery

Cert IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Kingfisher Bay Resort | Full Time | Live-On Island Leadership Role
Ready to lead the culinary experience at one of Australia's most unique island destinations? Join Kingfisher Bay Resort as our Head Chef and take ownership of kitchen operations across a large and diverse resort environment. Lead a talented team, influence menu direction, drive kitchen performance and create memorable dining experiences while living and working on beautiful K'gari.

Why Join Us

• Discounted staff accommodation with Wi-Fi and utilities included
• Discounted meals and resort-wide employee discounts
• FREE K'gari Explorer Tours and ferry transfers
• Access to staff village facilities, gym and community centre
• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences

About the Role

You’ll lead the culinary operation across Kingfisher Bay Resort, shaping food quality, team performance and the dining experience across restaurants, functions and resort outlets.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll lead and develop a multi‑skilled team of Chefs, Cooks and Kitchen Stewards while building a positive, high‑performing kitchen culture. You’ll influence menu direction, manage workforce planning and food costs, and ensure our kitchens consistently deliver quality food and memorable guest experiences.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach and develop the resort's kitchen team
• Drive food quality, consistency and service standards
• Manage rosters, labour costs and kitchen performance
• Develop menus and identify opportunities for improvement
• Maintain food safety, compliance and kitchen standards

About You

You’re an experienced culinary leader who enjoys developing people, improving performance and creating exceptional food experiences in a large resort environment.

You’ll bring:

• Experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef or similar leader
• Experience leading high‑volume hotel or resort kitchens
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• HACCP, Food Safety and Food Hygiene knowledge
• Strong leadership, commercial and organisational skills

About Us

Located on K'gari, Kingfisher Bay Resort offers guests the chance to experience one of Australia's most unique island destinations. From accommodation and dining to tours and adventures, our team plays an important role in creating memorable stays for visitors from around the world.

We’re proud to be part of Journey Beyond, Australia's leading experiential tourism group. Across our portfolio of brands, we’re passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and connecting guests to some of the most unique destinations across Australia and New Zealand.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.