Head Chef - Town Square

Voyages Tourism Australia Pty Ltd; Yulara; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation discount

Relocation assistance

Resort discounts

On-shift meals

Staff amenities (pool, gym)

Cultural induction

Anangu tour

Job summary

Voyages Tourism Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Hotel Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru. You will oversee Desert Gardens Hotel’s kitchen and its 20-chef brigade, ensuring high-quality, culturally inspired cuisine for guests in a remote, iconic setting.

This role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills, with a hands-on approach and knowledge of Indigenous ingredients. Relocation and onsite staff facilities enhance the experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as Hotel Head Chef required.
• Qualified Chef Certificate IV in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Experience in a 5-star hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production and operations of the kitchen.
• Lead a brigade of 20 chefs at Desert Gardens Hotel.
• Drive high-quality culinary experiences for guests.
• Lead by example in a cross-cultural, remote setting.

Skills

Head Chef

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Cross-cultural teamwork

Indigenous ingredients knowledge

Education

Chef Certificate IV in Culinary Arts

Job description

An Epic Icon needs an Epic Team! Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience? As a Hotel Head Chefat Ayers Rock Resort, you will live and work onsite at Uluru, one of Australia's most iconic and culturally significant landmarks. Imagine residing in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes, and immersing yourself in the local Indigenous culture. Not to mention ending your workday by watching a magnificent sunset.

Who We're Looking For

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at Ayers Rock Resort in Uluru. This is a rare opportunity as this position has never been advertised before. In this role, you will oversee all daily food production and operations of Desert Gardens Hotel’s Kitchen and its 20 chefs’ brigade. Your goal will be to provide excellent products and services to our guests, while also driving sustainable and profitable outlets.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have the skills and experience outlined below:

• Five years of experience as a Hotel Head Chef and hold a qualified Chef Certificate IV in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Previous experience in 5-star Hotel
• Customer & Supplier relationship skills
• Financial skills, including budget management.
• Excellent leadership
• Communication skills
• Can manage conflicting priorities.
• Lead by example
• Work collaboratively within a cross-cultural and complex environment.
• Knowledge of native Australian ingredients
• Passion for cooking with an hands-on approach

If you meet these requirements and are passionate about delivering high-quality culinary experiences, we encourage you to apply.

The Best Part

The best part of being an executive chef at Ayers Rock Resort is the opportunity to create unique culinary experiences by blending traditional Indigenous ingredients with modern cooking techniques and styles, all while working in a stunning and remote location.

You will also enjoy 50% discounted private 1-bedroom accommodation (if travelling with family, this might change) , competitive pay, resort discounts, delicious on-shift meals, a relocation assistance up to $1,500, and access to a staff pool, gym, and Residents Club. Our unique induction program includes an Anangu guided tour around Uluru and a cultural dot painting workshop. During your leisure time, you can explore the Red Centre and have genuine, enriching experiences in one-of-a-kind destinations.

We're Committed to Your Growth

We are committed to helping you grow within our company. Our incentives and bonuses, which become available after one year of service, include rental discounts, a $700 vacation bonus, and resort vouchers for your work anniversary. We offer many and varied development opportunities as well as attendance and performance incentives to our high-achieving team members. Join us on this incredible journey and be a part of something truly amazing.

This isn't just a job. This is an experience that'll leave you with enough memories to last a lifetime.

• A National Criminal History Check is a mandatory step in the recruitment process.

• Relocate to Ayers Rock Resort, NT for a once in a lifetime experience.
• Small town, big community feel with staff pool, gym and weekly activities.
• Affordable accommodation, shift meals, resort discounts to cut cost of living.