Permanent Part-Time - Chef - Cairns Airportcairn

Cater Care Group; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates

Parking allowance

Laundry allowance

Relish discounts across 650+ retailers

Training and career opportunities

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a passionate Chef to join Mangrove Jacks, Cairns Airport. This permanent part-time role offers a tropical lifestyle and the chance to deliver quality meals in a busy kitchen.

You'll work roughly 30 hours per week across 7 days, preparing and cooking to a high standard, while following HACCP procedures and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. The base rate is $31.30/hour with weekend and public holiday penalties and attractive allowances.

Qualifications

• Prepare and cook meals to a high standard.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen.
• Assist with stock control, food preparation and rotation.
• Available across 7 days with varying start times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to a high standard.
• Assist with daily kitchen operations and service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen.
• Assist with stock control, food preparation and rotation.
• Work efficiently as part of a busy kitchen team.
• Help deliver a great dining experience for every customer.

Skills

Food safety HACCP

Kitchen teamwork

Stock control

Fast-paced environment

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

5+ years kitchen experience

Job description

Posted: 22/09/2026

Closing Date: 21/10/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: QLD: Far North Queensland (Cairns, Port Douglas)

Work in paradise while doing what you love!

Permanent Part-Time | Minimum 30 hours/week | Cairns, QLD

Cater Care is looking for a passionate Chef to join the team at Mangrove Jacks, Cairns Airport. If you're looking for a great kitchen role with a tropical lifestyle, this could be your next adventure. This is an opportunity to combine your love of hospitality with the lifestyle that comes with living and working in one of Australia’s most popular tropical destinations.

Job Description

What's on offer

• Permanent part-time – minimum 30 hours/week, 5 shifts
• Base rate $31.30/hour
• Weekend, public holiday, early morning & late night penalty rates
• $8.65 daily car parking allowance
• $6.16 weekly laundry allowance
• Relish discounts across 650+ retailers
• Training, development and career opportunities with Cater Care

Desired Skills and Experience

Your Day in the Kitchen

• Prepare and cook quality meals to a high standard
• Assist with daily kitchen operations and service
• Follow food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen
• Assist with stock control, food preparation and rotation
• Work efficiently as part of a busy kitchen team
• Help deliver a great dining experience for every customer

About you

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or 5+ years' equivalent kitchen experience
• Current driver's licence
• Own reliable vehicle as
• Available across 7 days, between 4:00am–10:00pm
• Reliable, team-focused and passionate about quality food

About Cater Care

Cater Care is an Australian-owned contract catering provider with 25 years of experience across Retail, Remote Services, Education and Aged Care. We believe in Care, Pride and Community and are committed to creating inclusive workplaces where our people can grow and thrive. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples and people from diverse backgrounds.

Ready for your next adventure?

Join Cater Care at Mangrove Jacks and combine your passion for food with the sunshine, adventure and laid-back lifestyle.