Careers

RESTAURANT MANAGER

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team within a busy, premium dining venue on Hamilton Island. This role suits a hospitality professional who thrives in high-volume environments and is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences in a relaxed yet high-end setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role while enjoying an unrivalled island lifestyle.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Immediate start available

• Full-time, permanent role with subsidised staff accommodation

• Work in a stunning island location

• Staff benefits including discounts on dining, activities, retail, and gym access

• Be part of a supportive and professional hospitality team

Your Role

As Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, leading the front-of-house team, and ensuring service excellence across all areas of the restaurant. You will play a key role in team development, operational efficiency, and achieving financial targets while maintaining a welcoming and engaging atmosphere for guests.

Where you’ll make an impact

• Lead, motivate, and develop the front-of-house team

• Oversee daily service, reservations, and floor operations

• Manage rostering, budgets, and stock control

• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure seamless service delivery

• Maintain compliance with licensing, food safety, and WH&S requirements

• Handle guest feedback professionally and proactively

• Support promotions, events, and initiatives to enhance the guest experience

What we’re looking for

You are a confident and hands-on hospitality leader with a passion for service excellence. You perform well under pressure, lead by example, and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences in fast-paced environments.

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a premium or high-volume venue

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Sound understanding of restaurant financials, rostering, and stock control

• A passion for food, beverage, and service quality

• Queensland RSA Certificate (essential)

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred)

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, our people, and our community. Every team member plays a role in delivering excellence and making Hamilton Island not just a remarkable place to visit — but an incredible place to work.

A little island can do wonders — make your next career move one to remember.

SOUS CHEF – qualia

Hamilton Island, Whitsundays

qualia, Hamilton Island’s iconic luxury retreat, is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join the leadership team within one of our hatted dining venues. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a refined, award-recognised kitchen delivering contemporary, produce-driven cuisine at the highest level — all set against the backdrop of the Whitsundays.

Working at qualia means collaborating with a talented culinary team committed to excellence, creativity, and sustainability, while enjoying a lifestyle few hospitality roles can offer.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Step into a leadership role within a premium, hatted dining environment

• Be part of a luxury culinary experience recognised for quality and innovation

• Live and work on Hamilton Island with no commute or city stress

• Access discounted gym membership and island-wide staff benefits, including food, retail, and tours

Your role

As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring consistently exceptional food standards. You will lead services, mentor the brigade, contribute to menu development, and uphold the quality, creativity, and professionalism expected of a hatted venue.

Where you’ll make an impact

• Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef

• Supervise daily preparation and service across all sections

• Maintain the standards expected of a hatted, luxury dining venue

• Train, mentor, and support junior chefs and CDPs

• Assist with rostering, stock control, and cost management

• Ensure compliance with WH&S, food safety, and hygiene standards

• Collaborate on menu development, specials, and continuous improvement

• Deliver consistent food quality, presentation, and timing under pressure

What we’re looking for

You are a confident and capable senior chef with experience in high-end kitchens. You thrive in a leadership role, value teamwork, and take pride in delivering memorable dining experiences. Experience in hatted or luxury environments will be highly regarded.

To be successful, you will need:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (essential)

• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (essential)

• 3–5 years’ experience in a Senior CDP or Sous Chef role

• Experience in hatted, fine dining, or luxury hospitality environments (preferred)

• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-expectation kitchen

• Sound computer skills (Microsoft Office or kitchen systems)

• Valid Australian working rights

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, our people, and our community. Every team member plays a role in delivering excellence and making Hamilton Island not just a remarkable place to visit — but an incredible place to work.

A little island can do wonders — make your next career move one to remember.

• Team accommodation located close to the property! 
• Luxury Lodge of Australia

The Role

We have an exciting new opportunity at Spicers Peak Lodge for a full time Chef de Partie to join the team. You will be an integral part of delivering our dining experience to our guests, whether it be for a conference, leisure group or for our dining offering.

About The Peak Restaurant

Perched atop a mountain on 8,000 acres in Queensland high country and just 90 minutes drive from Brisbane CBD, Spicers Peak Lodge offers an exclusive, intimate Australian wilderness lodge experience. The Lodge sits 1,100 metres above sea level with views across to the surrounding peaks. From untouched rainforest and rugged mountain escarpments to the pristine backdrop of World Heritage Listed national park and ancient volcanic regions, there is no shortage of unspoiled wilderness to experience and admire.

With such a uniquely Australian setting it’s only fitting that our restaurant, The Peak, is an exceptional dining experience. With a menu offering only the very best of Australian produce sourced as locally as possible, this is truly dining at the height of luxury.

The role and key duties

• Curating an unforgettable and personalised experience for our guests from start to finish;
• Deliver our in-house dining menu inspired by local ingredients, prepared utilising creative preparation techniques;
• Successfully run your own section during service as directed by the Head Chef;
• Lead by example to ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations;
• Deliver all food experiences for the property including: restaurant dining; functions, weddings, events and experiential dining opportunities;
• Work closely with other Chefs to ensure the overall success of your team and the retreat.

Essential criteria required to be considered

• Chef trade qualification (essential);
• Previous experience as a Chef De Partie in a high end, fine dining or hatted environment (essential);
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standards;
• Ability to work across all sections of the kitchen and run your own section;
• Contribute to a positive and motivated kitchen atmosphere, and have a genuine passion for people, food and wine;
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards;
• Ability and willingness to commence work on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays;
• Reliable vehicle to get to and from the retreat;
• Be located close to our retreat or be willing to relocate.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

• Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;
• Friends and family discounts;
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly;
• Opportunities for career development and mobility across our 20+ Australian properties (and growing!).

To apply online, please click on the apply button or alternatively, send your resume through to our Talent Coordinator Bonnie Williams at bonnie.williams@salterbrothershospitality.com

The Role

Are you passionate about wellness and creating unforgettable guest experiences? Spicers Peak Lodge is seeking a dedicated and experienced Spa Therapist to join our team in a Full Time capacity. Nestled in the serene high country of Queensland, this is a rare opportunity to bring your skills to one of Australia’s most luxurious and tranquil retreats. If you’re ready to deliver exceptional treatments in a breathtaking setting, we’d love to hear from you.

About Spicers Peak Lodge

Perched atop a mountain on 8,000 acres in Queensland high country and just 90 minutes drive from Brisbane CBD, Spicers Peak Lodge offers an exclusive, intimate Australian wilderness lodge experience. The Lodge sits 1,100 metres above sea level with views across to the surrounding peaks. From untouched rainforest and rugged mountain escarpments to the pristine backdrop of World Heritage Listed national park and ancient volcanic regions, there is no shortage of unspoiled wilderness to experience and admire.

The role and key duties

• Curate an unforgettable and bespoke experience for our guests from start to finish;
• Deliver onsite a range of treatments including body treatments, facials, massages & hair treatments to our guests in our well-appointed luxury treatment rooms;
• Provide a high level of personalised guest service & offer a relaxing experience;
• Provide recommendations and upsell retail products to guests;
• Keep the spa operations running smoothly & clean all areas of the spa after use.

Essential Criteria required to be considered

• Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy or higher (essential);
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience as a massage therapist (essential) 
• Strong knowledge of wellbeing, skin and wellness products with ability to guide and educate our guests;
• A warm, professional, and guest-focused approach;
• Ability and willingness to commence work on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays;
• Reliable transport to get to and from the retreat;
• Be located close to our retreat or be willing to relocate.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

• Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;
• Friends and family discounts;
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly;
• Opportunities for career development and mobility across our 20+ Australian properties (and growing!).

The Roles

We’re on the lookout for passionate hospitality professionals to join our vibrant Food & Beverage team at Spicers Peak Lodge.

Whether you’re a skilled Section Waiter, a creative Bartender, or Restaurant All-rounder, this is your chance to bring unforgettable experiences to life in one of Australia’s most stunning destinations.

About The Peak Restaurant

Perched atop a mountain on 8,000 acres in Queensland high country and just 90 minutes drive from Brisbane CBD, Spicers Peak Lodge offers an exclusive, intimate Australian wilderness lodge experience. The Lodge sits 1,100 metres above sea level with views across to the surrounding peaks. From untouched rainforest and rugged mountain escarpments to the pristine backdrop of World Heritage Listed national park and ancient volcanic regions, there is no shortage of unspoiled wilderness to experience and admire.

With such a uniquely Australian setting it’s only fitting that our restaurant, The Peak, is an exceptional dining experience. With a menu offering only the very best of Australian produce sourced as locally as possible, this is truly dining at the height of luxury.

The role and key duties

• Deliver unforgettable, personalised experiences for every guest.
• Build genuine connections with guests and locals to encourage repeat visits.
• Share menu knowledge and our food philosophy while recommending dishes and drinks.
• Upsell food and beverage offerings with confidence.
• Maintain a clean, organised section and assist across outlets as needed.
• Craft quality drinks and coffee with precision and care.
• Keep bar and service areas immaculate, following hygiene and safety standards.
• Support the team during busy periods to ensure smooth, seamless service.

Essential criteria required to be considered

• Previous experience in an à la carte or high-end restaurant environment
• RSA certificate (essential)
• Genuine passion for food and wine
• Strong customer service skills, with a vibrant and outgoing personality
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Reliable transport to travel to and from work
• Experience in a high-end bar environment with the ability to create classic and bespoke cocktails.
• Strong understanding of a sequence of service and the ability to hold and manage a full section.
• Must have a vehicle to get to and from the luxury lodge and team accommodation.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

• Subsidised team accommodation available!
• Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;
• Friends and family discounts;
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly;
• Opportunities for career development and mobility across our 20+ Australian properties (and growing!).

Please apply via the Apply Now button or email your resume directly to our General Manager gm.peaklodge@spicersretreats.com

Longitude 131° - the luxury desert basecamp at Uluru-Kata Tjuta offers an essential experience of Australia’s spirited heartland in Baillie Lodges’ exclusive style. Nestled atop rust-red dunes, Longitude 131° overlooks Australia’s best-known natural icon, Uluru. This is glamping at its most luxurious.

Experiences Guide / Porter / Driver

We now require a professional, well-presented, enthusiastic and organised Experiences Guide / Porter to coordinate and host our exceptional activities program, whilst working with guest services as porter / driver as required.

The essential element of this role is delivering the ultimate itinerary for our guests. With a knowledge of and passion for natural history, indigenous culture, flora and fauna, a flair for guest interaction and exceptional presentation and organisational skills, you are integral to the experience of each and every guest.  Interpreting journeys through Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is just one of the amazing experiences you play host to.

To succeed in your application you will need:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and or significant experience within the hospitality/resort or eco-tourism industry
• Significant experience as a naturalist guide
• Senior First Aid (essential)
• Full unblemished NT driver's license, ability to obtain H-endorsement (essential)
• Heavy vehicle license MR/LR a great advantage
• Detailed knowledge of Australian native flora, fauna and ecology and keen interest in continuous learning
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail