Job Description

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About Us

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Eureka 89 is the stunning events and dining space on the top floor of Eureka Tower in Melbourne. We host a wide variety of events - corporate lunches, dinners or cocktail parties, media launches, private milestone celebrations and weddings. We also operate a Chef's Tasting dining room, open to the public throughout the week.

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About Journey Beyond

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Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 22 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

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Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Tourism Australia.

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About the Role

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We're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Commis Chef to join Eureka 89's kitchen brigade on a casual basis. This hands-on role is ideal for a developing chef who wants to sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, premium dining & events environment, working across carefully executed menus, elegant canapés, desserts, entrées and high-quality mise en place.

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You'll be supported by experienced chefs while also being trusted to take ownership of your section,



work with minimal supervision and contribute to seamless service. From intimate Chef's Tasting 6-course dinners to milestone celebrations, weddings & corporate events, every shift offers the opportunity to be part of something memorable.

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Unfortunately, the business is not able to provide sponsorship at this time.

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What You'll Be Doing

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- Preparing & cooking ingredients with pride to a consistently high standard

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- Supporting the delivery of premium dining & event menus, including entrée, dessert, pastry & canapé preparation

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- Running sections with minimal supervision & assisting with the pass when required

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- Producing efficient, high-quality mise en place & setting up kitchen stations for smooth service

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- Working closely with the kitchen brigade, Front of House & Events teams to deliver standout guest experiences

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- Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, labelling, allergen awareness & stock rotation practices

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- Helping minimise waste, keep the kitchen clean and safe, and uphold all WHS & operational standards

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- Bringing flexibility, energy and a team-first mindset to a dynamic seven-day operation

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About You

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The successful candidate will be a passionate, reliable and detail-focused chef who is hungry to learn, proud of their craft, and excited by the idea of cooking in one of Melbourne's most iconic venues. They'll thrive in a busy kitchen,



communicate clearly and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every service.

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To be successful in this role, you will bring:

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- At least 1 year's experience in a similar kitchen role

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- A formal culinary qualification, such as Commercial Cookery (or similar)

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- Safe Food Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

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- Confidence preparing ingredients & running sections independently

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- Intermediate cooking skills, strong presentation standards & genuine pride in producing quality food

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- Excellent communication, attention to detail & a cooperative approach

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- A safety-focused mindset & commitment to hygiene, consistency & continuous improvement

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- Australian working rights

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Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!

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If you're ready to build your culinary career somewhere truly elevated, this is your opportunity to join Eureka 89 and be part of a team delivering unforgettable experiences high above Melbourne. Please submit your Resume, along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

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A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.

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Applications close at 11:59 pm, Sunday 30th August 2026.

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Benefits /n

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As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy:

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- Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel, experiences & merchandise

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- An attractive salary and positive work environment

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- A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments

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- Parental Leave Program

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- Employee Assistance Program

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- Purchased Leave Policy

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- Study Assistance Policy

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- Employee Referral Policy

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- Private Health discounts

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