Head Chef - FIFO Bulk Catering Lead (14:7 Roster)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Meals and accommodation provided

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking Head Chefs to lead regional Queensland operations in a busy village environment, delivering quality meals for mining communities.

This FIFO/BIBO role from Brisbane offers a 14:7 roster, 11-hour days, and a pathway to permanent placement for high performers. The position requires a Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery, bulk catering experience, and strong food safety standards while building client relationships.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience in bulk catering or high-volume kitchens.
• FIFO, DIDO or remote site experience desirable.
• Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability 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

High-volume kitchens

Team leadership

Cost control

Food safety

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Sodexo is seeking Head Chefs to lead regional Queensland operations in a busy village environment, delivering quality meals for mining communities.

This FIFO/BIBO role from Brisbane offers a 14:7 roster, 11-hour days, and a pathway to permanent placement for high performers. The position requires a Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery, bulk catering experience, and strong food safety standards while building client relationships.