Casual Chef

Lagardere AWPL External Careers; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking or airport access

Dynamic airport environment

Staff discounts

Career development

Parental leave

Referral program

Wellbeing leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL is building a brand-new Food & Beverage team to deliver six large scale venues at Sunshine Coast Airport. As a Back of House team member, you will be central to delivering high-quality food across multiple venues and collaborating with chefs and front-of-house teams.

Ideal candidates have experience in a commercial kitchen, a passion for food quality, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen or food production environment (preferred).
• Food safety awareness and commitment to high hygiene standards.
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and presentation standards.
• Assist with food prep, portioning, and stock rotation.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Work collaboratively with chefs and front-of-house teams.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, WHS, and airport regulations.

Job description

Bring the Heat to LagardèreAWPL

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!

The Role:

Following our successful tender win at Sunshine Coast Airport we are embarking on the delivery of six large scale Food & Beverage venues that will be progressively developed over the next 12 months. As a result, we are building a brand-new Food & Beverage team to support what will become our largest F&B footprint to date.

As our core Back of House Team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality food across multiple new venues.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and presentation standards
• Assist with food prep, portioning, and stock rotation
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
• Work collaboratively with chefs and front-of-house teams
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, WHS, and airport regulations

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a commercial kitchen or food production environment (preferred)
• Passion for food quality and teamwork
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Food Safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card)

Perks & Benefits:

• Parking – Based on location we offer free/subsidised airport parking for our employees
• Dynamic Airport Environment – Work where no two days are the same
• Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
• Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
• Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
• Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
• Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
• Employee Assistance Program – Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

AtLagardèreAWPL,we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.