Demi Chef

Job Description

The Demi Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining consistent quality across hotel food outlets and functions. Candidates should have commercial cookery experience, sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to follow recipes and work efficiently under pressure. A relevant culinary qualification, such as Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, is typically preferred. The role requires teamwork, flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and public holidays, good communication, attention to detail and a professional attitude. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a clean workstation, minimise waste, follow workplace health and safety procedures and contribute positively to guest satisfaction.

Company Info

Oaks Cairns Hotel is part of Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, a prominent Australian accommodation brand operated by Minor Hotels. The property provides apartment-style accommodation in central Cairns, catering to leisure travellers, families, business guests and visitors exploring Tropical North Queensland. Hotel facilities and services typically include guest rooms and apartments, reception support, housekeeping and food-and-beverage operations. As part of Minor Hotels, Oaks is connected to an international hospitality group with properties across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment where guest service, operational standards, teamwork and safety are important. The Cairns location offers exposure to a busy tourism market and opportunities to develop practical experience in hotel kitchen operations.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large country rather than an island destination, while Cairns is a tropical city in Far North Queensland near the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Hospitality, tourism, healthcare, construction, trades, agriculture and retail provide regular employment opportunities. Cairns has a relaxed, outdoors-focused culture, with warm weather, swimming, reef trips, hiking and multicultural dining. Living costs are generally lower than Sydney or Melbourne, although central accommodation can still be expensive. International workers need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored visa, Working Holiday visa or another eligible temporary visa; conditions depend on nationality, age, occupation and qualifications. Before relocating, arrange valid work rights, health insurance, tax and banking documentation, and suitable accommodation. Public transport is available, but a car can be useful for exploring regional areas. Tropical heat, humidity and wet-season conditions should be considered.