Chef - Cloncurry, Outback Queensland (4071503)

Live North West QLD; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Live North West QLD is seeking an experienced chef to support busy dinner services and run lunch duties with a kitchen hand. You will prep and cook high-quality meals, primarily in grill and steak sections, while maintaining stock and cleanliness in a fast-paced regional kitchen.

The ideal candidate has strong grill/steak skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Accommodation and meals are included, offering a solid opportunity to gain regional hospitality experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum commitment of 6 months in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong grill and steak cooking skills (essential).
• Ability to work independently and manage shifts unsupervised.
• Reliable, hard-working attitude.
• Strong time management and teamwork skills.
• Previous remote or regional hospitality experience is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Chef during dinner service.
• Run lunch service independently with kitchen hand support.
• Prepare and cook high-quality meals for service.
• Work across grill and steak sections.
• Assist with stock organisation and deliveries.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, cold rooms and work areas.
• Support the wider kitchen team as required.
• Follow food safety and kitchen procedures at all times.

Skills

Grill & steak experience

Time management

Teamwork

Independence / self-management

Reliability

Tools

Grill equipment operation

Job description

Job Description

Assisting the Senior Chef with busy dinner service

Running lunch service independently with kitchen hand support

Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for service

Working across grill and steak sections

Assisting with stock organisation and deliveries

Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, cold rooms and work areas

Supporting the wider kitchen team as required

Following food safety and kitchen procedures at all times

About the Candidate

This role is best suited to a capable and independent chef with strong grill and steak experience who is comfortable working both within a team and autonomously during quieter service periods.

The kitchen operates at a fast pace, so candidates must be confident managing service, maintaining consistency and working efficiently under pressure. With accommodation and meals included, this is also an excellent opportunity to save money while gaining valuable regional hospitality experience.

Minimum Commitment: 6 Months, Previous experience working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen

Strong grill and steak cooking skills (essential)

Ability to work independently and manage shifts unsupervised

A reliable and hard-working attitude

Strong time management and teamwork skills

Previous remote or regional hospitality experience highly regarded, If you're an experienced chef looking for a stable regional role within a friendly, community-focused venue, we'd love to hear from you.