Demi Chef

Oaks Cairns Hotel are looking for a skilled and motivated Demi Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. This role is essential in supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen, assisting with food preparation, cooking, and presentation, while helping deliver a high-quality dining experience for guests.

About Minor International

• At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success.
• Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 640 properties across more than 66 countries.
• Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes in line with menu standards and guest expectations.
• Assist in the development and plating of high-quality meals.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with food safety, hygiene, and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) standards.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficient service and smooth operations.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff where required.
• Contribute to menu planning, recipe development, and kitchen efficiency improvements.

Pay

Minor Hotels Australasia, Oaks Cairns Hotel, 59/63 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870 Salary: $79,423 - $82,000 (excluding super)

Benefits

• Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance: What We Offer: Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands .
• Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits .
• Parental and birthday leave.
• EAP and tailored wellness support.
• Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.
• Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.
• Our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in your skills to support your career growth and advancement.
• You’ll feel valued as part of a tight-knit team, united in delivering exceptional guest experiences and thriving in a company dedicated to fostering an outstanding workplace culture.

Expected Hours

Full time, 38 hours per week

Approved Sponsor

Minor Hotels Australasia Limited (previously known as Oaks Hotels & Resorts Limited)

To be successful in this role you will have: Previous experience as a Demi Chef or in a similar kitchen role. Relevant Australian cookery qualifications, ideally Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent. Knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and presentation standards. Understanding of HACCP, OH&S, and kitchen hygiene requirements. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for cooking. Flexibility to work across a range of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Austrlaia or New Zealand.