Demi Chef

Role summary

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The Demi Chef supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining high presentation standards across the resort’s food and beverage outlets. Candidates should have relevant commercial cookery training, practical kitchen experience and a sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures. The role requires good knife skills, attention to detail, organisation and the ability to follow recipes and chef instructions accurately. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently during busy service periods, communicate well with colleagues, maintain a clean workstation and contribute positively to a team environment. Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays is typically required.

About the employer

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is a luxury beachfront resort operated by Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. Located in Surfers Paradise, the resort combines premium accommodation with restaurants, bars, event facilities, leisure amenities and a well-known saltwater lagoon. JW Marriott is recognised for personalised service, refined dining and a strong focus on guest wellbeing. Team members work in a multicultural, service-led environment with access to Marriott’s international hotel network, training opportunities and potential career mobility. The Gold Coast property attracts leisure travellers, families, conference guests and international visitors, making it a dynamic workplace for hospitality professionals. Its kitchen teams support several dining experiences and are expected to deliver consistent quality, creativity and strict food-safety standards.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, healthcare, construction, trades, technology and agriculture. The Gold Coast is especially active in hotels, restaurants, events and tourism, with a relaxed coastal lifestyle, warm weather and excellent beaches. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, inclusive and direct, with emphasis on punctuality, teamwork, safety and work-life balance. Living costs can be high, particularly for rent, transport and utilities, so applicants should budget carefully before relocating. Visa options may include a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visas or skilled migration pathways, depending on nationality, age, qualifications and occupation. Most workers need valid work rights, tax registration and appropriate health insurance. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, banking, transport and an Australian Tax File Number. Gold Coast public transport includes buses, trams and trains, while Brisbane Airport provides international access.