Casual Chef - Currimundi

Cater Care; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading

Penalty rates

On-site parking

Public transport access

Relish Discounts

Uniform provided

Career development

EAP

Job summary

Cater Care is hiring a qualified Chef for casual shifts at our education site in Currimundi, Sunshine Coast, QLD. You will prepare and cook meals in a busy education catering kitchen, support daily operations with bulk cooking, and ensure high standards of food safety and service.

The role suits someone who can work independently in a fast-paced environment, with on-site parking and easy access to public transport.

Qualifications

• A recognised trade qualification in cookery.
• A current Working With Children Check.
• Experience in food preparation, bulk cooking and general kitchen operations.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and maintain quality standards.
• Strong commitment to food safety, cleanliness and safe work practices.
• Positive attitude, reliable work ethic and a passion for customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in a professional education catering kitchen.
• Carry out bulk cooking and food preparation to support daily catering requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and kitchen hygiene.
• Work independently while contributing to a positive and collaborative kitchen team.
• Assist with general kitchen duties to keep a clean, organised workspace.
• Deliver friendly, professional customer service and help create a positive dining experience.

Skills

Food preparation

Bulk cooking

Kitchen operations

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

Trade qualification in cookery

Job description

Bring Your Passion for Food to a Welcoming Education Community

Location: Currimundi, Sunshine Coast, QLD
Roster: Casual shifts, with plenty of work available

Love creating great food and being part of a team that makes a difference every day?

Join Cater Care at our education site in Currimundi, where your cooking skills and commitment to quality will help deliver enjoyable food experiences to the people we serve.

This is an opportunity for a qualified Chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working independently and thrives in a busy kitchen environment. With plenty of casual work available, on-site parking and convenient access to public transport, this role offers a great opportunity to put your skills to work in education catering.

What We Offer

• Competitive Hospitality Industry Award rates, plus casual loading and applicable penalty rates
• Plenty of casual work available for a reliable and motivated Chef
• Convenient on-site parking and easy access to public transport
• Relish Discounts across 650+ retails
• Uniform provided, with ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in a professional education catering kitchen
• Carry out bulk cooking and food preparation to support daily catering requirements
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and kitchen hygiene
• Work independently while contributing to a positive and collaborative kitchen team
• Assist with general kitchen duties to maintain a clean, organised workspace
• Deliver friendly, professional customer service and help create a positive dining experience

About You

• A recognised trade qualification in cookery
• A current Working With Children Check, as required for the position
• Experience in food preparation, bulk cooking and general kitchen operations
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain quality standards
• A strong commitment to food safety, cleanliness and safe work practices
• A positive attitude, reliable work ethic and a genuine passion for customer service

About Us

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Ready to Bring Your Skills to Our Kitchen?