Head Chef – Bulk Catering (FIFO) 14:7 Roster

Sodexo; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on site

Accommodation provided on site

14:7 roster

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking Head Chefs for regional Queensland to lead a bulk catering operation in a busy village environment, ensuring quality meals for mining communities.

The role covers overseeing breakfast, crib and dinner production, managing food safety and budgets, and mentoring staff while building client relationships. FIFO/BIBO from Brisbane on a 14:7 roster with casual and permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience in bulk catering or high-volume kitchens.
• FIFO, DIDO or remote site experience desirable but not essential.
• Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work in remote environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol test.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing kitchen team in a bulk catering environment.
• Oversee meal production across breakfast, crib and dinner services.
• Manage food safety, HACCP and quality standards.
• Monitor kitchen budgets, food costs and operational performance.
• Develop and mentor team members.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Bulk catering experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Sodexo is seeking Head Chefs for regional Queensland to lead a bulk catering operation in a busy village environment, ensuring quality meals for mining communities.

The role covers overseeing breakfast, crib and dinner production, managing food safety and budgets, and mentoring staff while building client relationships. FIFO/BIBO from Brisbane on a 14:7 roster with casual and permanent opportunities.