Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities at Couran Cove Island Resort cover a variety of hospitality positions including Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, Recreation and Front Office.

We are always interested in hearing from people eager to join our team of dedicated and talented people who can provide our guests with exceptional hospitality, genuine warmth and professional service. In return we will provide excellent training and a unique island resort experience.

If you would like to learn more about the Couran Cove Island Resort employee experience please contact us.

Please forward your resume with relevant qualifications and experience to the following contact details:

Email: careers@couran.com
Postal: The Human Resources Department,
PO BOX 224 Runaway Bay,
Gold Coast, QLD 4216
Phone: +61 (0)7 5597 9018
Online: Follow the links listed below to apply for any current employment opportunities.

The following positions are available:

Chef de Partie

Would you like a 4 day working week?!

We are looking for Chefs who are PASSIONATE about food, MOTIVATED and CAREER ORIENTATED. If you are looking for a life/work style change then we want to hear from you. 

 Candidates must be:

• Trade qualified / experienced in a resort or hotel work environment. 
• Team players with a "Can Do" attitude. 
• A demonstrated ability to take control of your section and make it your own. 
• HACCAP knowledge an advantage. 
• Experience in banquets and event operations in hotel/resort would be an advantage. 

This salaried position requires you to be available on weekends and public holidays over a rotating roster. Weekly shifts include 2 x 12 hour shifts with a 1 hour break and 2 x 8 hour shifts with a half hour break.

If you possess the drive and passion for delivering exceptional food to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction then we want you on our team. Immediate start.

In return we offer you a competitive salary, amazing staff discounts for your family and friends, freshly laundered uniform, no split shifts and the use of Resort facilities.

People on working holiday visas that can commit to six month service - accommodation will be provided.

 

Day Spa Beauty Therapist

We are seeking a qualified Beauty Therapist to join our wonderful Day Spa team. You will be reporting directly to the Day Spa Manager and your main role will include providing exceptional services and treatments to all guests by following department-operating standards, whilst maintaining an utmost professional manner and appearance.
Other key requirements include:

• Relevant Beauty Therapy qualifications with similar experience in a professional environment (Health Spa, Hotel or Resort). 

• A minimum of 2 years experience within the Beauty / Day Spa industry
   
• Some experience in a variety of Massage techniques.
   
• Excellent grooming, superior communication skills and a positive, nurturing approach to clients.
   
• Thalgo product/treatment knowledge desirable but not essential.
   
• Must be able to work both week days and weekends between the hours of 10:30am and 7:00pm
   
• Administrative experience is desirable but not essential.

Please note that this is NOT a live-on position.

Electrician

We are seeking to employ a full time Electrician to work at our Island Resort, situated on South Stradbroke Island, just 35 minutes by ferry from Hope Island on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

This position is full time, based on a 7 day roster, with 2 Rostered Day’s Off per week. The successful candidate will be flexible in the hours they can work, as it may be necessary to do over-time occasionally if the business necessitates.

Front Office / Night Auditor (Job Share)

We are currently looking for a customer service star to join our Front Office Team in a job share role.

This position offers up to 38 hours per week, and is permanent.

This position will be based both at our Hope Harbour Ferry Terminal and Couran Cove Island Resort, comprising of 3 day/afternoon shifts as a Guest Service Attendant and 2 Evening shifts as the Night Auditor.

To be successful in this position, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Previous experience in a Front Desk position in a Hotel/Customer Service field. 
• Previous experience in a Night Auditor, or similar, role. 
• A passion for excellent guest service. 
• Enthusiasm, energy and flexibility to work within a 7 day rotating roster. 
• Demonstrated computer and administrative skills (Front Office systems such as Epitome will be a definite advantage). 
• Excellent presentation and ability to operate as part of our multi-disciplinary team. 
• Sense of urgency and a keen eye for detail. 

Please note that this position is NOT 'Live-On'.

In return for your hard work we offer a competitive renumerate package with loads of benefits for you, your friends and your family!

Reservations Sales Agent

This exciting position works closely with our Sales and Marketing Team as we actively promote our resort and add to our valuable client base.

• You will have a proven background in Tourism/ Hospitality customer service.  
• Experience in reservations is desireable though not essential as extensive training will be provided to the successful candidate.  
• It is essential you possess excellent communication, organisational and time management skills together with a strong focus on attention to detail and Customer Service. 
• You will have a good understanding of computer related applications in order to input accurate data along with an excellent telephone manner to assist with our busy switchboard. 
• Knowledge of 'Epitome' or similar Front Office system will be highly regarded.  
• This role requires you to work well under pressure and be a positive representative of our Resort. 
• The ideal candidate will be able to work on a 7 day rotating roster, working between 30 to 38 hours per week.&nspb

Please note that this is NOT a live on position. In return for your commitment, we offer a competitive remunerate package together with fantastic employee benefits and fantastic opportunities to develop your career.

Room Attendants

Would you like to work Monday to Friday only?... Then this position is for you!

We are currently looking for Room Attendants to join our Housekeeping Department.

Selection Criteria:

• Energetic & Enthusiastic candidates who are keen to be trained or experienced Room Attendants who pride themselves on delivering a sparkling clean service
• Sound attention to detail and a positive, proactive response to guest requests is essential
• Manual Drivers licence would be an advantage as you may need to drive housekeeping vehicles from time to time.
• Able to ride a bicycle
• A flexible, versatile approach, as well as the ability to thrive under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to actively contribute to a multi-skilled and multi-cultural team

Please note that these positions are not 'live-on' as we are ideally seeking candidates who can stay with us for longer than 6 months.

Security & Safety Officers

We are looking for Security and Safety Officers who have previous experience in a similar 4 star Resort / Hotel environment that can promote a state of comfort, security and safety amongst all of our employees and guests on this breathtaking Island Resort.

These positions offer a minimum of 40 hours per week, and is paid on an hourly basis. This position includes day, evening, night and weekend shifts, based on a rotating roster.

The successful candidates must:

• Have Security Operations Licence, RSA and Blue Card. 
• Have previous experience in a similar role in a Hotel or Resort environment. 
• Be able to work autonomously and conduct routine patrols and property inspections. 
• Have excellent personal presentation and communication skills in order to produce accurate reports for Management. 
• Fire Training and Emergency Evacuation Procedures training experience will be advantageous. 

In return we offer you a very competitive hourly rate, Superannuation, valuable training and amazing staff discounts for you, your family and your friends, along with the use of all resort facilities.

Kitchen Steward

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Kitchen Steward.

The successful candidate will posess the following attributes:

• Knowledge of cleaning products and equipment an advantage. 
• Exceptional standards of cleanliness. 
• Sense of urgency and eye for detail. 
• Excellent presentation, versatility and initiative. 
• Mature approach and ability to operate with limited supervision. 
• Availability to work shift work on a 7 day Roster. 
• Current, clean drivers license. 

Please note that this position is NOT live-on.

Public Areas Attendant

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to actively contribute to our team as a Public Area Cleaner.

The successful candidate will posess the following skills and attributes:

• Previous Public Area experience within a similar professional environment (Four Star Hotel or Resort) would be an advantage,including knowledge of cleaning products, chemicals and equipment. 
• A sense of urgency and great attention to detail. 
• Be physically fit, possess energy, versatility and initiative. 
• Ability to operate as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
• A positive, proactive response to guest requests. 
• You will be well groomed, self-motivated, and energetic and your approach to work will be organised. 
• Current clean manual drivers license. 

Please note that this is NOT a live-on position.