Executive Chef
- Green Island Resort
- Located on Green Island (27km offshore from Cairns, Queensland)
- Free daily returns to the Island from the Cairns pier
- Furnished accommodation for minimum 2 night stay over
- Great Barrier Reef at your doorstep
Green Island Resort is an eco-friendly boutique resort located on the stunning Green Island, a coral cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Our resort offers an unparalleled experience for our guests, combining the natural beauty of the reef with world-class service and exquisite dining experiences. We are looking for a passionate and talented Executive Chef to join our team and lead our culinary operations.
Reporting to the Resort General Manager you will have the following responsibilities:
- Culinary Leadership: Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
- Menu Development: Create innovative, seasonal menus that reflect the unique environment of Green Island, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients whenever possible.
- Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of culinary professionals, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.
- Guest Experience: Ensure a memorable dining experience for our guests, catering to their diverse tastes and dietary needs.
- Financial Efficiency: Manage kitchen budgets and inventory to ensure cost-effective operations without compromising quality.
- Stay on the Island: Stay overnight on Green Island for a minimum two nights each week to oversee and execute dinner service, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences.
- Operational Coordination: Participate in a rotating roster unloading goods received via fortnightly barge deliveries.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a resort, hotel, or tropical dining venue.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
- Extensive knowledge of culinary trends, techniques, and ingredients.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Passion for sustainability and locally sourced ingredients.
- Excellent communication skills and a guest-focused attitude.
What we offer
- Stability in a long-established business proud of their inclusive culture and working environment
- Discounted boat tours and cruises for your family and friends
- Discounted diving tours in Cairns and Port Douglas
- Corporate discounts on private health
- A wide range of special discounts with our industry partners and goods suppliers
- Meet people from all over the world coming to the Reef for their once in a lifetime to visit one of the greatest World Heritage sites.
About Green Island Resort
Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay situated in the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It is an iconic tourist destination popular with international and domestic day visitors and is home to the eco-sensitive Green Island Resort.
Green Island Resort is part of the multi-award winning Quicksilver Group. With just 46 rooms, the 4 Star Green Island Resort offers a unique reef and rainforest environment, complemented with the luxuries of an island resort. When the last day visitor ferry departs to the mainland, the island becomes an exclusive retreat. The Resort also manages the island’s day visitor facilities, restaurant and food outlets.
We are a close team and pride ourselves on first class customer service providing a quality and memorable experience for our island guests. A small community of Resort staff live on the island, with other positions commuting daily from nearby Cairns on a fast 45 minute catamaran journey.
How to apply
To be considered for this role, candidates must provide a cover letter and CV and be able to commit to full time ongoing work.
To apply for this position, please visit the link below or scan the QR code to the left.
To learn more about Green Island visit our website https://greenislandresort.com.au/
Applications close: 5:00pm Tuesday 19 November 2024
To apply for this position, please visit the link below or scan the QR code to the left.
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