Cook

500 A.A Company Pty Ltd; Taldora; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air‑conditioned accommodation provided

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a hands‑on Station Cook for Dalgonally Station, 80km north of Julia Creek, Queensland. You will prepare breakfasts, smoko and dinners for staff, visitors and contractors, while maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment.

This role suits someone who enjoys cooking, working independently in a remote station setting, and being part of a close‑knit team.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking, hospitality or catering.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to plan meals and manage time in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked breakfasts, smoko and dinner for station staff.
• Plan and deliver nutritious, varied meals for staff and visitors.
• Cater for contractors and events as required.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Independent work

Remote station life

Job description

We are looking for a talented Station Cook to join our team at Dalgonally Station, located 80km north of Julia Creek, Queensland. In this hands‑on role, you’ll play an important part in supporting station life by preparing nutritious meals for station staff, visitors and contractors, while maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming kitchen environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking, takes pride in creating positive experiences for others and is looking to be part of a close‑knit station community.

Who are we: Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country’s oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world. We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business – Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world – and we’d love you to join us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare cooked breakfasts, smoko and dinner for station staff.
• Plan and deliver nutritious, varied meals to support the demands of station work.
• Cater for visitors, contractors and station events as required.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen supplies.
• Ensure staff lunch provisions and pantry supplies are well stocked.
• Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming kitchen and dining environment.
• Work closely with Station Management to support operational requirements.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a cooking, hospitality or catering role.
• Knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene and nutritional meal preparation.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved in station life.
• Flexibility to live and work in a remote station environment.
• A positive attitude and team‑focused mindset.

Benefits:

• Air‑conditioned accommodation provided.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts and service recognition programs.