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About Us

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world’s leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries. As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.

The InterContinental Hayman Island Resort will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working in a five-star luxury environment which offers amazing career growth opportunities, professional training & development and provides a one-of-a-kind experience living and working in a tropical island paradise.

About the role

The role of the Cook will be to prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards specified in recipes whilst maintaining a clean and safe work area and to control food usage to minimize waste.

Your day to day

In this role, you will prepare and cook orders for daily operations while maintaining a clean and organised work area, including kitchens and storage spaces. You'll also assist in managing inventory by reporting low stock to your supervisor and helping with receiving items as needed. Promoting teamwork and quality service is essential, as you will communicate and coordinate with various departments, and you may occasionally interact directly with guests while ensuring that sanitation and cleanliness standards meet health and safety regulations.

What we need from you

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, making it easy for guests to approach you with concerns or compliments, ensuring a positive experience for all. Your problem-solving abilities will turn challenges into opportunities, allowing every guest to leave with great memories. Fluency in the local language is essential, and additional language skills are a plus, while strong reading and writing abilities are important for following instructions and preparing recipes. The role requires physical fitness, as you will be on your feet for most of the day and need to bend and kneel frequently. A qualification in commercial cookery or equivalent relevant experience is also necessary for success in this position.

Intended commencement date for this position would be the 9th of December 2024, with the role being located on Hayman Island, Queensland.

Appropriate Australian working rights are required for this role.

What we offer

The base hourly rate for this position is $25.87 under the Hayman Island Enterprise Agreement, working a minimum of 38 hours per week across a 7-day roster with shifts spanning from early in the morning until later at night.

World class Staff Facilities including excellent Subsidised Accommodation with dedicated facilities including a pool, beach area, two gyms, bar, buffet diner, laundry, movie room, corner store and sports fields. An exciting and ever-changing Staff Activities Calendar filled with an abundance of recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation, hikes, markets, crafts and much more. Extensive Career Development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance of professional development including multi-hire programs, skills training, and optional courses. IHG Australia’s myBenefits program including paid birthday leave, wellbeing hub, employee room rates, service recognition celebrations & Perkbox platform with an extensive list of lifestyle and retail discounts redeemable across a multitude of businesses across the world.

Please visit InterContinental Hayman Island’s Careers Page for further information regarding living and working on Hayman Island including accommodation types, facilities, and FAQ’s.