Chef | Darwin Harbour Cruises
Journey BeyondBe a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Darwin Harbour Cruises operates the three-tier catamaran Charles Darwin, boasting a Sun Deck that’s perfect for watching the spectacular setting sun or enjoying the fresh sea breeze. We pride ourselves in showing our guests what true Territory hospitality is all about!
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 Tourism Australia.
Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.
Unfortunately, the business is not able to provide any sponsorships at this time.
About The Role
We’re looking for a casual Chef to join our kitchen brigade, with increased hours available as we head into our peak season. On average, this position will work 20-30 hours per week.
Working predominantly on our marine vessel, 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. The Chef is hands-on in preparing and cooking all dishes on our dinner cruises, and must ensure that the kitchen meets all regulations including hygiene and food safety guidelines.
A standard working day may be up to 12 hours between 7:00am – 12:00am, across any of the seven days in the calendar week, including weekends and public holidays. Shifts commence and finish at Stokes Hill Wharf in Darwin City.
Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now!
Requirements
About You
- A Commercial Cookery Certificate (essential)
- Experience in a similar Chef role (minimum 3 years’ experience preferred)
- Food Safety Supervisor course (essential – we can help you out with this one!)
- Demonstrated experience producing high-quality food unsupervised, with knowledge of all sections
- Strong communication skills with the ability to control and direct food preparation process
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure all dishes are up to standard
- Leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor a small team
- Entitlement to work in Australia with no restrictions
- Must not be affected by sea sickness
Benefits
What We Offer
- 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