Chef

What’s the role?

We’re on the lookout for experienced and passionate Chefs living in or near  Cairns  to join our regional Queensland teams. Fly from  Cairns  and work across busy kitchen operations preparing high-volume, nutritious meals for mining village residents.

• Prepare and deliver meals across breakfast, crib, and dinner services
• Maintain food safety standards and HACCP compliance
• Work collaboratively in a high-performing kitchen team
• Support quality and consistency across services

•  
• This is more than just a job—it’s a meaningful career in one of Australia’s most vital industries.
• Who are we looking for?

• Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in bulk catering or high-volume kitchens
• FIFO or remote site experience desirable, but not essential
• Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Flexible team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)
• Australian Citizenship, Full Australian working rights or eligible for visa sponsorship

•  
• Working on-site means  11-hour days  on a  2:1 roster  (two weeks on, one week off).

How to Apply

Ready to start your next adventure? Submit your resume outlining your experience and availability. If shortlisted, one of our recruiters will contact you for a phone interview to answer your questions and share more about the role.

Apply now and join Sodexo — Help fuel communities, one plate at a time.