About the Watermark

The Watermark is in the heart of Townsville’s number one tourist destination, The Strand, is the mainstay of the foreshore with its breath-taking views of Magnetic Island & Cleveland Bay. Embracing all that North Queensland has to offer and showcasing it to local, interstate, and international visitors alike, it features a contemporary dining restaurant alongside a relaxed sports bar.

We're looking for a Chef de Partie who is ready to step into a high-energy kitchen, take ownership of their section, and be part of something bigger than the daily service.

About Kickon Group

We are a growing hospitality group with a portfolio of iconic, award-winning venues across Queensland (Osbourne Hotel, Grand View Hotel, Collective Palm Beach, Dock & Wharf Mooloolaba and The Beach Hotel) and Victoria (Doutta Galla, Union House, Terminus Hotel & Continental Sorrento). Our investment goes beyond bricks and mortar, we invest in our people through structured training, genuine career pathways, and a culture where performance is recognised and rewarded. Our purpose is simple: to connect people through exceptional hospitality.

The Role

As Chef de Partie at Watermark you'll take full ownership of your section, maintaining consistency, quality, and pace through every service.



You'll work closely alongside a Head Chef who leads from the front and invests in the people around them.

What You Bring

- Minimum two years' experience in a Chef de Partie or equivalent role.
- Proven ability to perform in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- Strong section management and mise en place discipline.
- A genuine passion for food quality and consistency.
- An eagerness to learn, contribute, and grow within a supportive team.
- Comfort working within a diverse, multicultural kitchen environment.

What We Offer

- Genuine career progression within a growing multi-venue group.
- Access to accredited training and career development programs.
- Mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
- Comprehensive staff benefits and partner programs.
- A section worth owning, in a venue worth being proud of.

Ready to own your section on the river?

If you're a chef who takes pride in your craft and wants a role where your contribution is noticed and your growth is supported - we'd like to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Maternity leave
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance

Experience:

- Chef: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef de Partie (Townsville)
🏢 Kickon Group
📍 Townsville