Cook/chef | Sunshine Coast Airport

Lagardère AWPL; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Dynamic Airport Environment

Staff Discounts

Career Development

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Wellbeing Leave

TELUS Health access

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL is hiring casual cooks/chefs to deliver high-quality meals across airport venues in Australia. You will cook diverse cuisines, prep ingredients, and help maintain kitchen safety in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior kitchen or food production experience, a passion for quality, and flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Food safety certification or willingness to obtain it will be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen or food production environment is 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 it.
• Ability to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card).

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.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen hygiene

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

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!

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:

As our casual Cook/Chefs, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality food across multiple exciting new venues inside the airport. Come flex your cuisine knowledge, keeping things interesting by cooking different styles of food!

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

At LagardèreAWPL, 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.