Chef

Intrepid Experience; South Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A free Intrepid trip every year

Generous discounts for families and affi

Close friends discounts

5 extra days of leave a year for Int

10 weeks paid parental leave

Access to e-learning platforms

20 hours of volunteer leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Intrepid Travel's Arkaba property in the Flinders Ranges, SA, is seeking an experienced Chef to design seasonal menus, lead kitchen operations and deliver premium dining experiences that celebrate local produce and sustainability.

You will manage supplier partnerships, cost control and food safety with a high-performance team, while collaborating with front-of-house for seamless service and memorable guest moments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on chef with high-end restaurant background.
• Strong knowledge of diverse cooking techniques.
• Excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and menu design.
• Manage supplier partnerships, costs and inventory.
• Ensure food safety and quality across all dishes.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.

Skills

Hands-on chef

High-end restaurant experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Time management

Organisational skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Inventory management

Scheduling

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Application Close Date: 9th October 2026

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

We are Intrepid

Join one of Australia’s most immersive outback locations as a Chef at Arkaba, where food is not just a part of the journey, it’s a highlight. This is an opportunity to join a kitchen that strives to be exceptional, through quality, creativity and connection to place. Working in a breathtaking location, you’ll be responsible for crafting and delivering on seasonal menus which celebrate local, ethical produce and give back to the community, whilst delivering memorable dining experiences which guests won’t forget.

This role will encompass all kitchen operations, from designing menus to managing supplier partnerships, cost control and food safety standards. You will work with a high-performance team to curate an engaged, collaborative culture where people can thrive and every dish reflects the premium experience Arkaba is known for, whilst working closely with the front of house team to deliver a seamless, elevated service.

This role would suit an experienced culinary professional who thrives in a dynamic, hands on environment and has a passion for sustainability, storytelling through food and creating exceptional guest moments. With a strong background in kitchen management, commercial acumen and a commitment to quality, you’ll play a key role in shaping the dining experience at Arkaba, bringing a flair of creativity, leadership and a deep respect for local produce to every plate.

This full-time, permanent positionis basedon-siteinthe breathtaking Flinders Ranges of South Australia.

Some of the experienceyou’llbring with you may include:

• Experience as a hands-on Chef with a background in high end restaurants
• Excellent technical knowledge and experience in varied cooking techniques
• In depth knowledge of food safety andhygienestandards
• Exceptional time management andorganisationalskills, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong leadership and people skills
• Ability to manage budgets,inventoryand kitchen schedules effectively
• Passion for delivering high quality food and memorable guest experiences

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit:

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and werecognisethat diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our workperksinclude:

• A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
• 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips
• A minimum of10 weekspaid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.
• Access to e-learning platforms, professionaldevelopmentand mentor programs
• 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
• Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family

We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful.These are our values and to usthey'remore than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every dayit'sour people and the work they do thatbringthem to life.

We aim to ensurediversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require anyreasonableadjustmentto participate in therecruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] your name, location, and theadjustmentsyourequire, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the role early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

Application Close Date: 9th October 2026