Sous Chef, Lizard Island Resort
Delaware North
Date: 1 day ago
City: Cairns, Queensland
Contract type: Full time

The opportunity
Delaware North Australia is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at Lizard Island Resort. As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for leading our culinary team to produce an excellent standard of food quality and presentation. Apply now to be part of creating exceptional dining experiences for our guests and showcase your culinary skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment!
What We Offer
At Delaware North we like a challenge, and talent and hard work are rewarded. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, and we can’t do it without you. So, roll up your sleeves and come see why Delaware North is your best career move yet. As our team member, you’ll receive:
Nestled within the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island is a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility. With just 40 rooms, suites, and villas set amid a 1,013-hectare National Park, visitors enjoy exclusive access to vibrant reefs and private beaches. At Lizard Island, you will create unforgettable memories for our guests in this breathtaking paradise.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
At Delaware North Australia & New Zealand, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, orientations, and experiences. Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and thrives on collaboration.
Delaware North Australia is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at Lizard Island Resort. As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for leading our culinary team to produce an excellent standard of food quality and presentation. Apply now to be part of creating exceptional dining experiences for our guests and showcase your culinary skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment!
What We Offer
At Delaware North we like a challenge, and talent and hard work are rewarded. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, and we can’t do it without you. So, roll up your sleeves and come see why Delaware North is your best career move yet. As our team member, you’ll receive:
- Friends-and-family discounts across our resorts business
- Live and work on the Great Barrier Reef
- Be part of a professional team, delivering a 5 star guest experience
- Access to our employee assistance program
- Training and development opportunities
- Opportunities to grow your career with a global business
- Oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring high-volume production meets quality standards for events and daily service
- Support food safety plans and maintain HACCP accreditation standards, advocating for on-site compliance
- Inspire excellence through consistent performance and a positive attitude
- Train and mentor junior team members, and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
- Diploma in Professional Cookery Level 5 or equivalent and Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Proven experience in a resort or upscale restaurant setting, coupled with the ability to execute daily changing menus
- Demonstrated expertise in South East Asian and/or Indian cuisines, with a strong background in fine dining environments
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (can obtain if successful)
- Impeccable personal presentation and grooming standards, as the role involves regular interaction with guests
Nestled within the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island is a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility. With just 40 rooms, suites, and villas set amid a 1,013-hectare National Park, visitors enjoy exclusive access to vibrant reefs and private beaches. At Lizard Island, you will create unforgettable memories for our guests in this breathtaking paradise.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
At Delaware North Australia & New Zealand, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, orientations, and experiences. Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and thrives on collaboration.
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