Cook | Captain Cook Cruises

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Captain Cook Cruises, Sydney, is part of Journey Beyond, Australia’s leading experiential tourism group.

Join us and discover amazing experiences on Sydney Harbour. Our brands include Captain Cook Cruises, The Jackson and the Starship Group. Enjoy being part of the team working in a busy environment, dedicated to excellence in marine tourism.

About Journey Beyond

Journey Beyond is Australia's leading experiential tourism group, operating 35 brands across Australia and New Zealand that connect guests to the land and to each other. The group was formed in 2016 and now includes:

• Rail & Touring: Iconic trains: The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland and Vintage Rail Journeys, the Murray Princess, Adelaide Sightseeing, premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit and New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours.
• Resorts & Lodges: Ayers Rock Resort, Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kingfisher Bay Resort and K'gari Beach Resort, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef and Monarto Safari Resort.
• Experiences & Attractions: Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo, Mosman Gorge Cultural Centre, Captain Cook Cruises Sydney & Perth, Starship Sydney, The Jackson, Bells Functions, Swan Valley Tours, Red Cat Adventures, Whitsunday Jetski Tours, K'gari Explorer Tours, and Island Connections: Bruny Island, the Whitsundays, K’gari, Darwin -Mandorah, Tiwi Islands and Groote Eylandt. 

About The Role

Captain Cook Cruises, The Jackson and the Starship Group are looking for a skilled Cook who takes real pride in what leaves the pass — someone who wants their food to hold up against one of the best views in the country.

Reporting to the Chef, the Cook is responsible for turning out consistent, high-quality dishes across a lively service. Day to day, you'll:

• Prepare and cook menu items to spec, keeping consistency and presentation front of mind across every sitting
• Manage your section confidently during service, working closely with the Chef and the wider galley team
• Handle proteins, sauces and sides with proper technique — precision matters as much as speed
• Monitor stock levels and quality, flagging what needs ordering or rotating
• Maintain a clean, organised, compliant workspace throughout service and pack-down
• Support menu execution for a range of cruise formats, from set lunch runs to larger functions

What makes this role special is the setting you're cooking in: a moving kitchen, turning out plated food for guests who are often seeing Sydney Harbour for the very first time. It's a step up from a standard commercial kitchen — a bigger stage, a sharper standard, and food that gets to shine in front of guests on one of the best harbours in the world.

About You

You're a capable, motivated Cook with solid fundamentals — clean knife work, sound technique, and a good feel for how a busy service comes together. You stay composed and organised when things get busy, communicate clearly with your team, and take genuine pride in your section and your plates.

You take food safety and hygiene seriously as second nature, and you bring the kind of steady, positive energy that makes a Chef glad to have you on the team. You know good food when you taste it, you don't cut corners, and you want to work alongside people who feel the same way about doing the job properly. Whether you're early in your cooking career or bring several years in commercial kitchens, what matters most is your appetite to keep growing. 

Ready to Start Your Next Adventure?

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service apply now. Join us!

Please note: A National Criminal History Check forms part of our recruitment process.

Requirements

• Safe Food Handling Certificate (Essential)
• First Aid Certificate (Desired)
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher (Desired)