2nd/3rd Yr Apprentice Chef (FT) & Kitchenhand (Casual)
Job No:
19592
Location:
Maleny, Sunshine Coast
About Spicers Retreats, Hotels & Lodges
Spicers Retreats, Hotels & Lodges is part of the Gainsdale Group of companies owned by Flight Centre founder and managing director Graham Turner and his wife Jude, who have used their considerable knowledge of the travel industry to create properties that promise world-class luxury.
Spicers Retreats, Hotels & Lodges is a new and growing brand currently operating four award-winning retreats, with plans to expand further in 2010/2011.
About Spicers Tamarind
Spicers Tamarind is a newly redeveloped luxury resort just east of Maleny, where Thai style meets the tranquility of the Australian Bush. Just over an hour north of Brisbane, and half an hour from the coastal hub of Noosa, this retreat is the ideal location for a weekend getaway!
Nestled in 18 acres of picturesque tropical rainforest, overlooking the countryside of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Glass House Mountains and nearby Gardner falls, the unique setting of Spicers Tamarind provides the perfect intimate location for couples. As part of your stay you can learn the intricacies of Thai cuisine or simply relax in your own private outdoor spa whilst surrounded by some of the most breathtaking natural scenery Queensland can provide.
For more information see www.spicerstamarind.com.au
About the Opportunities
Spicers Tamarind is seeking a full time Apprentice Chef and a casual Kitchenhand, to join its team at their newly opened retreat in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Within these positions, your primary aim will be to provide the highest standard of service for guests, ensuring that all your duties are carried out safely and in line with relevant standards and legislation. These are flexible roles, perfect for people with a passion for food who are looking to develop their culinary skills and will enjoy bringing a superior level of customer service to a stunning luxury resort.
The Apprentice Chef will be an existing Apprentice in their second or third year, with relevant qualifications, and have experience working in a similar hotel/ retreat environment. Candidates with fine dining experience will be highly regarded. In this role you will work directly under the Head Chef, as part of the 'kitchen brigade', learning new skills and developing techniques to enable you to further enhance your knowledge in fine dining cuisine.
The Kitchenhand will assist in all areas of the kitchen from food preparation, cleaning and other general duties as required. Applicants for this role must be available to work weekends and whilst experience is preferred, it is not essential!
Both of these positions will see you joining a supportive team in a great working environment. The essential components for candidates to be considered are attitude and reliability, and the desire to assist in exceeding guests expectations through effective service delivery. A sound knowledge of OH&S and Food Hygiene Standards requirements are also a must.
This is an exciting time to get involved with a growing organisation at the pinnacle of success!
About the Benefits
These roles offer attractive remuneration (commensurate with the role and experience), with negotiation in the shifts you would prefer to work.
Spicers Retreats, Hotels & Lodges is undergoing a period of expansion which will result in significant opportunities for pro-active employees to achieve rapid career progression within a company at the pinnacle of Queensland's luxury accommodation industry.
If you are seeking a change of scenery and an idyllic new lifestyle in a breathtaking setting, this is a unique opportunity. Located in the stunning Sunshine Coast hinterland, yet only half an hour from Noosa and just over an hour from Brisbane, you will truly have access to the best of both worlds.
If you're passionate about tourism and hospitality and exceeding guest's expectations, then these exciting roles offer a new challenge and variety - Apply Now!
