At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook high-volume meals for remote site residents while ensuring food safety standards.
- Company: Cater Care, a leading Australian catering provider with a supportive workplace culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a structured roster, covered flights, accommodation, meals, and competitive pay.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and corporate discounts available.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in people's lives through food.
- Qualifications: Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and experience in high-volume catering.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
100% Australian-owned and operated, Cater Care is a leading catering and facilities services provider. Since 1999, we’ve built a national reputation by creating a genuine "home away from home" for thousands of people across remote sites, aged care, education, and defence. We foster an inclusive, supportive workplace culture and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, to apply.
Looking for a secure chef role that offers a reliable lifestyle roster and zero living expenses while on shift? Cater Care is seeking an experienced, passionate Chef to join our remote site operations. Operating on a 14/7 roster (FIFO ex-Brisbane or DIDO), you will deliver high-volume, high-quality meal services to keep our site residents well-fed and energised.
- 14 Days On, 7 Days Off roster
- 12-hour shifts (covering day, night, and split rosters as required)
- FIFO flights provided ex-Brisbane or Drive-In, Drive-Out (DIDO)
What This Role Involves:
- Prepare and cook high-volume breakfast, dinner, and crib takeaway meals for village residents
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, HACCP guidelines, and site hygiene standards
- Manage food stock levels, coolroom rotations, and minimise kitchen waste
- Cater for a wide variety of special dietary requirements, allergies, and menu preferences
- Work collaboratively with kitchen utilities and dining room staff to maintain a smooth kitchen workflow
Why Join Us?
- Enjoy a structured 14/7 work-life balance with a full week off every rotation
- Flights (ex-Brisbane), accommodation, meals, and uniforms 100% covered while on site
- Competitive remuneration rates with ongoing opportunities for career progression
- Access corporate discounts on health insurance, travel, car hire, retail gift cards, JB Hi-Fi, and EAP support services
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or TRA-recognised trade qualification)
- Proven experience in high-volume catering, remote site operations, or large-scale buffet service
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and dietary management
- Current Manual Driver's Licence
- Full Australian Working Rights
Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our recruitment team. Successful applicants must complete a National Police Clearance and a pre-employment medical assessment.
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