Australian Chef Placement – Whitsundays Island Resort
Commis and Demi Chef positions in one of Australia’s top island resorts is a dream come true for any new or experienced chef.
Question: What makes the early starts and frantic life of a Commis or Demi Chef worthwhile?
Answer: Spending your days off lying on the beach or enjoying the hundreds of things to do on a tropical island or Great Barrier Reef.
The island boasts over 15 different dining and restaurant options ranging from five-star restaurant overlooking the coral sea to the casual dining of the golf club.
By joining this award winning team, you will be exposed to the best kitchen working practices and have a true culinary experience.
Position Scope:
Work both individually and as a member of a cohesive team to provide consistently high standards of food quality and production, whilst adhering to the resort’s product standards and specifications. To ensure the highest levels of guest satisfaction at all times and to encourage return visits.
Commis or Demi Chef – Eligibility Criteria
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years practical experience in a hotel or ala carte restaurant kitchen. You will be an individual with a keen eye for detail, have an excellent understanding of quality culinary operations.
Most of all you will have a passion for food, fresh ingredients and be a team player.
For what’s included and to Apply for the Whitsundays Hospitality Programme – please click through to the Hospitality Internship page for full details including cost.
How do I apply?
Please ensure you have read the Whitsundays Additional Information document.
If you think you have what it takes to apply for a fantastic Commis or Demi Chef position, simply complete the following templates:
- CV (click here to download)
- Cover letter (click here to download)
- Whitsundays application form (Click to download)
You can then email your forms to info@internoptions.com and a member of the Intern Options team will get straight back to you.
How much does the programme cost?
Prices below do not include airfare to and from Australia, visa cost or insurance cost. For what is included in this programme please see the Australia Hospitality Internships page
- 6 month internship – UK£895
- 12 month internship – UK£950
How much do I get paid?
There is potential to earn and save some good money on the Whitsundays hospitality programme. As a chef on the island you will be paid a salary that is inclusive of a 9% superannuation (pension) contribution.
Annual Salary:
Commis Chef $46,500 (Australian Dollars)
Demi Chef $47,500 (Australian Dollars)
You also have the option to work a further 15 hours per week in another area of the resort, outside the 38 hours in your culinary placement. You will be paid 125% of your normal wage/ salary to do this.
When can I start?
There are no set start dates, the resorts operate all year round due to the tropical climate.
We currently have 6 places to start in October to December 2010
So what are you waiting for?
For what’s included and to Apply for the Whitsundays Hospitality Programme – please click through to the Hospitality Internship page for full details including cost.
