CHEF DE PARTIE – Catseye Pool Club by Josh and Julie Niland / Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is looking for a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to join the culinary team at Catseye Pool Club, a premium seafood-focused venue within our boutique hotel, The Sundays. Created in partnership with award-winning chefs Josh and Julie Niland—of Sydney’s acclaimed three-hatted restaurant Saint Peter—this is a rare prospect to develop your career in a forward-thinking kitchen while living in tropical paradise.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

- Work alongside industry leaders Josh and Julie Niland, celebrated for their sustainable, ethical approach to seafood
- Live the island lifestyle – reef on your doorstep, no commute, and world-class natural surroundings
- Enjoy great perks – competitive salary, subsidised accommodation, $16.50/week gym membership, and generous staff discounts on dining, tours, and retail
- Access career development opportunities through Hamilton Island’s expansive culinary portfolio and training programs

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

- Oversee and manage a kitchen section (e.g. fish, grill, larder) during service
- Prepare mise en place and execute dishes to exacting standards




- Work closely with Sous and Head Chefs to deliver daily and seasonal menus
- Mentor and assist in training Commis and Demi Chefs
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness protocols
- Assist with inventory, prep lists, and section organisation
- Participate in special event prep and service where required

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)
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef
- Proven experience running your own section in a premium or high-volume venue
- Passion for seafood and an understanding of whole-fish and sustainable cookery
- Strong organisational and mentoring skills
- Ability to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and events
- Valid working rights in Australia
- 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 outstanding place to work.

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

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