At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan menus, prepare meals, and maintain a clean kitchen for staff and visitors.
- Company: Join AACo, Australia's oldest cattle and beef producer with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy employee discounts, ongoing training, and air-conditioned accommodation.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that values safety, inclusion, and opportunity.
- Why this job: Make a difference by providing nutritious meals in a unique remote setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in kitchen management and a current driver's licence required.
The predicted salary is between 34470 - 42130 $ per year.
We are looking for a Cook to join the team at Eva Downs Station.
Eva Downs Station borders the western side of Anthony Lagoon and is located approximately 300 km north-east of Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory.
The station operates a breeding, backgrounding and trading enterprise, producing high-quality Brahman cross cattle that are predominantly turned off for the live export market.
Who are we
Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia's largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country's oldest continuously operating company.
Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world.
We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we'd love you to join us.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely perform your job and take responsibility for your safe work behaviour.
- Menu planning, food preparation and cooking.
- Prepare a variety of Lunch and morning tea and ensure it's placed out for staff to take.
- Ensure nutritious meals are prepared for station staff and visitors as required.
- Keep a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining room, ensuring floors are swept and mopped.
- Prepare grocery lists and maintain adequate supplies.
- Maintain kitchen utensils and assist with the packing of meat for the kitchen.
Required Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Current driver's licence.
- Experience in managing a kitchen and providing meals to schedule.
- An understanding of dietary nutrition and food hygiene.
- High level of organisational skills to plan meals.
- Be prepared to live and work in a remote location.
Benefits
- Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers.
- Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers
- Air-conditioned accommodation.
Cook employer: Australian Agricultural Company (AACo)
Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment at Wylarah Station, where you can thrive in your role as a Farm Hand. With benefits such as provided accommodation and meals, along with comprehensive training opportunities, AACo fosters a culture of growth and development, making it an ideal place for those looking to build a rewarding career in agriculture.
Contact Details:
Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) Recruitment Team
