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Demi Chef

Australia Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Approximately AUD $60,000–$70,000 per year, or about AUD $29–$34 per hour, plus applicable penalty rates and benefits*
Job Description

The Demi Chef supports the Chef de Partie and wider kitchen team with food preparation, cooking and service across the resort’s outlets. Requirements generally include previous commercial kitchen experience, sound knowledge of food preparation, hygiene and food-safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. Formal culinary training or an appropriate hospitality qualification is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes and presentation standards, maintain a clean and organised workstation, minimise waste, communicate well with colleagues and assist across different sections when required. Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and varied shifts is important. Teamwork, reliability, attention to detail and a positive attitude are highly valued.

Company Info

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort is a large upscale resort operated under the Novotel brand, part of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. Located in Queensland’s popular Sunshine Coast region, the resort caters to leisure travellers, families, conferences, weddings and group events. Its facilities typically include accommodation, restaurants and bars, function spaces, recreational amenities and landscaped grounds. Accor operates hotels and resorts across numerous countries and is known for its broad portfolio of hospitality brands, structured training opportunities and employee benefits. Working at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort provides experience in a busy full-service resort environment, with opportunities to collaborate across kitchen, food and beverage, events and guest services teams. The property’s coastal location combines seasonal tourism activity with a strong local hospitality market.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large island country with varied hospitality opportunities in cities, coastal resorts, regional hotels and remote tourist destinations. Queensland, including the Sunshine Coast, offers a relaxed beach lifestyle, warm weather, outdoor activities and a multicultural community. Hospitality work can provide opportunities in kitchens, restaurants, resorts, events and catering, although competition and living costs can be high in popular coastal areas. Eligible applicants may use a Working Holiday visa, while skilled or employer-sponsored options may be available for experienced workers who meet government requirements. Check current visa conditions through the Australian Department of Home Affairs before accepting a position. Relocation planning should include accommodation, tax-file registration, a bank account, health insurance and transport. Sunshine Coast housing may be costly, so shared accommodation and access to a car or public transport should be considered. Australian workplaces value punctuality, safety, teamwork and responsible service.

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