Chef | Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney at Journey Beyond

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management, Team Leadership, Training, Stock Control, Inventory Management, Food Safety, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Mentoring, Coaching, Adaptability, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Financial Proficiency, Recruitment, Onboarding, Performance Management

Industry

Leisure;Travel & Tourism

Description

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business. About us Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney provides a luxuriously unique way for guests to experience the beautiful Sydney Harbour. Our exclusive 78ft luxury cruiser the ‘Spirit of Migloo’ boasts uninterrupted 360-degree views while guests enjoying an amazing culinary experience including regionally sourced food and prestigious wines. Departing from Darling Harbour, Cruise Sydney provides lunch and dinner cruises as well as private charter events. About Journey Beyond Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia. About the Role We are seeking a motivated and experienced Chef to join our team at Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney, with an immediate start. This is a full-time position based in Sydney. As part of our leadership team and managing a small kitchen brigade, the Chef is responsible for end-to-end kitchen operations and directing the food preparation process to ensure the highest standard and quality of food production for our guests. Your duties will include: Kitchen Operations Management: Oversee end-to-end kitchen operations on Spirit of Migloo, including hands-on food preparation, cooking, and dish approval for lunch and dinner cruises (including private charters), while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety regulations. Team Leadership and Training: Manage the kitchen brigades’ roster and work performance standards; train, mentor, and coach staff; and handle recruitment, onboarding, and performance management activities to foster a positive team environment. Stock and Inventory Control: Control food inventory budget and manage stock ordering and receipting goods, including liaising with suppliers and vendors; conduct end-of-month stocktakes to ensure efficient kitchen supply management. Maintenance and Compliance: Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen; log maintenance requests; investigate non-compliant issues; and ensure adherence to safety, sanitation, and food safety guidelines as per the NSW Food Authority. Shifts commence and finish at Jones Bay Wharf in Pyrmont, Sydney. The expected annual salary range for this position is $77,000 - $80,000 base salary + Superannuation. About You Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar in a similar Chef role Commercial Cookery Certificate (essential) Food Safety Supervisor course (essential) Provide First Aid (essential) Demonstrated experience producing high-quality food unsupervised, with knowledge of all sections Strong communication skills with the ability to control and direct the food preparation process Exceptional attention to detail to ensure all dishes are up to standard Leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor Cooks, Chefs and Kitchen Hands People leadership skills; the ability to provide positive direction to others and actively provide constructive feedback in order to develop & motivate others Proficiency with financials to ensure stock control is within budget Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes A cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity to the welfare of others Entitlement to work in Australia with no restrictions Must not be affected by seasickness A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process. Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here! To apply, please submit your resume, along with a Cover Letter telling us a little bit about you. If you have any questions about the position, please call James Watts – HR Advisor on 0456 223 830. Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now! As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy: Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences An attractive salary and positive work environment Study Assistance Policy A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments Employee Referral Policy Parental Leave program Purchased Leave policy Private Health discounts Employee Assistance Program Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise

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Responsibilities

The Chef is responsible for overseeing end-to-end kitchen operations on the Spirit of Migloo, including food preparation and compliance with hygiene regulations. Additionally, the role involves managing the kitchen brigade, training staff, and ensuring high-quality food production for guests.