Head Chef - Remote FIFO Camp Kitchen Lead

Work Initiatives; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO work arrangement

Job summary

Sirrom is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead and hands-on cook for remote workforce villages in Queensland. You will manage a busy kitchen, deliver breakfast to dinner, mentor staff, and ensure top quality service while controlling costs.

FIFO/DIDO experience is highly valued, with rosters on a rotating schedule and strong emphasis on hygiene and safety. Qualified candidates will have a Chef Trade Certificate (Cert IV or higher) and the ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience on remote mine-site village or workforce camps in a similar role.
• Bulk catering experience serving 100–900 residents with Breakfast, Crib, Dinner and Desserts.
• Must be hands-on Head Chef capable of leading and delivering high quality service.
• Experience in remote locations and cyclic rosters (desirable).
• Ability to mentor and empower kitchen staff and dining room employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site meals (Breakfast, crib lunch, desserts or dinner) and manage rosters (dayshifts/night shifts).
• Ensure presentation and service meet Sirrom standards; stay within budgeted food costs.
• Maintain hygiene standards and food safety; minimize waste and manage stock properly.
• Prepare and serve meals according to menus and client requirements; uphold health standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team empowerment

Budgeting

Food preparation

Quality service

Problem solving

Pressure handling

Communication

Education

Chef Trade Certificate

Job description

Sirrom is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead and hands-on cook for remote workforce villages in Queensland. You will manage a busy kitchen, deliver breakfast to dinner, mentor staff, and ensure top quality service while controlling costs.

FIFO/DIDO experience is highly valued, with rosters on a rotating schedule and strong emphasis on hygiene and safety. Qualified candidates will have a Chef Trade Certificate (Cert IV or higher) and the ability to pass pre-employment checks.