CHEF DE PARTIE – qualia / Hamilton Island’s Luxury Resort

Hamilton Island is seeking a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie to join the culinary team at qualia, our internationally acclaimed luxury resort located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. With its hatted fine dining restaurant Pebble Beach and elegant Long Pavilion, qualia offers a rare opportunity to hone your craft in a truly world-class culinary environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

- Full-time permanent position at Australia’s leading luxury island resort
- Work across both fine dining and refined casual venues within the qualia portfolio
- Competitive salary + subsidised staff accommodation (via salary sacrifice)
- Enjoy staff perks including discounts on restaurants, retail, tours, and $16.50/week gym membership
- Supportive team culture and a career pathway within Hamilton Island’s premium dining network

Your Role

As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of a designated section and play a key role in delivering high-end cuisine aligned with qualia’s luxury standards. Working under the guidance of the Head and Sous Chefs, you’ll be responsible for precision, consistency, and creativity in every dish – whether à la carte or degustation.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

- Manage your section during service and ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently
- Execute daily mise en place and prep for both Pebble Beach and The Long Pavilion
- Maintain excellent plating, timing, and cleanliness across your station




- Uphold hygiene standards and food safety protocols at all times
- Assist in training and mentoring Commis and Demi Chefs
- Contribute to menu development and new dish ideas
- Deliver consistent quality and presentation to exceed guest expectations

What We’re Looking For

You are a detail-focused, career-driven chef with solid technical ability and a love for contemporary Australian cuisine. You take pride in your work, thrive under pressure, and are committed to contributing to a high-performance team.

To Be Successful, You Will Need:

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Essential)
- 2+ years’ experience in a Chef de Partie or strong Demi role in a high-end or hatted venue
- Excellent time management and kitchen organisation skills
- Understanding of refined plating, portion control, and seasonal produce
- Passion for sustainability, local sourcing, and culinary innovation
- Ability to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and special events
- Valid Australian working rights
- Manual open driver’s licence (preferred)

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.
Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a excellent place to work.

A little island can do wonders – make your next career move one to remember!

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