Hamilton Island is looking for a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to join the culinary team at Catseye Pool Club, a premium seafood-focused venue within our boutique hotel, The Sundays. Created in partnership with award-winning chefs Josh and Julie Niland—of Sydney’s acclaimed three-hatted restaurant Saint Peter—this is a rare opportunity to develop your career in a forward-thinking kitchen while living in tropical paradise.
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Work alongside industry leaders Josh and Julie Niland, celebrated for their sustainable, ethical approach to seafood
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Live the island lifestyle – reef on your doorstep, no commute, and world-class natural surroundings
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Enjoy great perks – competitive salary, subsidised accommodation, $16.50/week gym membership, and generous staff discounts on dining, tours, and retail
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Access career development opportunities through Hamilton Island’s expansive culinary portfolio and training programs
As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of a designated section and play a key role in delivering high-end cuisine aligned with qualia’s luxury standards. Working under the guidance of the Head and Sous Chefs, you’ll be responsible for precision, consistency, and creativity in every dish – whether à la carte or degustation.
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Oversee and manage a kitchen section (e.g. fish, grill, larder) during service
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Prepare mise en place and execute dishes to exacting standards
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Work closely with Sous and Head Chefs to deliver daily and seasonal menus
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Mentor and assist in training Commis and Demi Chefs
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Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness protocols
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Assist with inventory, prep lists, and section organisation
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Participate in special event prep and service where required
You are a detail-focused, career-driven chef with solid technical ability and a love for contemporary Australian cuisine. You take pride in your work, thrive under pressure, and are committed to contributing to a high-performance team.
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Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Essential)
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Minimum 2–3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef
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Proven experience running your own section in a premium or high-volume venue
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Passion for seafood and an understanding of whole-fish and sustainable cookery
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Strong organisational and mentoring skills
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Ability to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and events
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Valid working rights in Australia
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Manual open driver’s licence (preferred)
Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community. Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.
A little island can do wonders – make your next career move one to remember!
