Join the Culinary Adventure at K'gari Beach Resort!

The Opportunity

Are you ready for an adventure? K'gari Beach Resort is calling all passionate Cooks and Chefs to join our vibrant kitchen team on beautiful K'gari (Fraser Island), Queensland.

We’ve got positions ready to fill right now, and we’re on the hunt for trade-qualified chefs who are ready to pack their bags and relocate to this stunning island paradise!

About You

Are you a culinary rockstar with a love for whipping up delicious dishes? Do you thrive in a bustling kitchen where teamwork and creativity are key?

If you’re nodding your head, then we want YOU!

We’re looking for enthusiastic team players who are not just skilled in the kitchen but are also passionate about delivering top-notch service and contributing to the magic of K'gari Beach Resort. This isn’t just a job; it’s a lifestyle! Get ready to embrace island life and make your mark in our exceptional culinary team.

This role requires you to move and live on the island at K'gari 

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent higher education (a must-have!)

• Food Safety Course (essential—because “safety first” is part of our culture!)

• Flexibility to work across various shifts—because island life is full of surprises!

• Advanced communication and organizational skills.

• Time management skills that would impress even the busiest bees.

• Proven experience in a high-volume kitchen environment—you know how to handle the heat!

The Benefits - conditions apply

Living and working on K'gari is an experience like no other, and we’ve got some sweet perks to make it even better:

• Affordable Island Living: Only $150.44 per week, including accommodation, 3 daily staff meals, and Wi-Fi.
• Travel Allowance: An annual $1,000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance to help you explore.
• Exclusive Discounts: 25% off resort dining, bars, retail, and spa
• Employee Training Programs: We’re committed to your growth and development.
• Recognition Programs: Your hard work won’t go unnoticed—we’ve got awards and programs to celebrate you!
• Island Adventures: Free K'gari Explorer Tours—experience the beauty of the island up close.
• Wellness Perks: Access to our pool, staff gym, tennis courts, and more. Work-life balance at its finest!

If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills to the shores of K'gari and be part of a team that’s as passionate about food as it is about the island, then we want to hear from you!

About us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia’s Eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.  

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

How to Apply

Click APPLY to complete an application including your current resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this position.

Visa Applicants: To be considered for the role a minimum of 5 months validity is required on your visa at time of application. Our location does not comply with the regional 88 days remote work requirement for visa extensions.

Applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.