Kitchen Hand | Darwin Harbour Cruises

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

About Us

Darwin Harbour Cruises operates the three-tier catamaran Charles Darwin, boasting a Sun Deck that’s perfect for watching the spectacular setting sun or enjoying the fresh sea breeze. We pride ourselves in showing our guests what true Territory hospitality is all about!

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia.

About the Role

We are looking for a couple of people to join our team as a Kitchen Hand / Dishwasher at Darwin Harbour Cruises. This is a casual position, commencing mid-February 2026. The Kitchen Hand is a hands-on role that would be perfect for those wanting to experience working in a kitchen on a vessel. This role is primarily responsible for assisting the Chefs & Cooks with food preparation and cleaning of kitchen spaces and equipment, to ensure efficient delivery of service and an exceptional food experience onboard the Charles Darwin.

The ideal candidate will be passionate and proud of the food and service they deliver, and be willing to go above and beyond for our guests. You will be a team player with a demonstrated positive "can-do" attitude and have the flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

As a Kitchen Hand / Dishwasher, duties include:

• Assist with preparation of menu, ensuring high quality and guest satisfaction
• Clean kitchen equipment, appliances, benchtops, floors, ovens and ranges
• Receive, lift, handle and store food deliveries
• Assist with food preparation, including washing, peeling and preparing ingredients
• Hygiene, cleanliness and safety of all staff working in food preparation areas, adhering to food handling & OHS regulations

Shifts are approximately 5 hours in length, and the number of hours will gradually increase (depending on your performance and commitment to the role) as the cruising season ramps up to 7 days per week. Shifts commence and finish at Stokes Hill Wharf, Darwin.

Unfortunately, the business is not able to provide any sponsorships at this time.

About You:

• Able to work quickly and safely with minimal supervision
• Good personal hygiene
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work as a team
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills with high fluency in English
• Marine experience not essential, but must not be affected by sea sickness
• Have the necessary working entitlements to work in Australia.

Required Education/Experience:

• A minimum 1-year experience in a similar role (preferred)
• Food Safety Handling certificate (or willing to obtain)

A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.

Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!

To apply, please submit your resume, along with a Cover Letter, telling us a little bit about you.

Applications will be progressed as they're received...so don't wait, apply now!

As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy:

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise