Seasoned School Kitchen Chef for Nutritious Meals

Gondola; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SPIRE Academy on the Gold Coast seeks an experienced Cook to join its busy academy dining program. You will prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals, following standardized recipes to ensure quality, flavor, and presentation for students, athletes, staff, and guests.

The ideal candidate has professional cooking experience and a culinary background, with ServSafe or willingness to obtain certification. This is a full-time role in a busy school kitchen.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking experience required.
• Culinary education or professional training preferred.
• Experience with high-volume food production is a plus.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals.
• Follow standardized recipes while maintaining quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Prepare large-volume meals for students and student-athletes.
• Assist with catering, athletic events, and special functions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Professional cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Education

Culinary education

Culinary degree

Professional training

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

SPIRE Academy on the Gold Coast seeks an experienced Cook to join its busy academy dining program. You will prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals, following standardized recipes to ensure quality, flavor, and presentation for students, athletes, staff, and guests.

The ideal candidate has professional cooking experience and a culinary background, with ServSafe or willingness to obtain certification. This is a full-time role in a busy school kitchen.