Station Cook | Nutritious Meals & Remote Life

Australian Agricultural Company; Taldora; Remote; AUD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a Station Cook for Dalgonally Station, located 80km north of Julia Creek, Queensland. You will prepare nutritious meals for staff, visitors and contractors, while keeping a safe and welcoming kitchen environment.

In this hands-on role you’ll manage meal planning, food ordering and stock, and work closely with Station Management to meet operational needs in a remote station setting.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking, hospitality or catering experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene and nutritional meal preparation.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive approach and willingness to engage in station life.
• Flexibility to live and work in a remote station environment.
• Positive attitude and team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked breakfasts, smoko and dinner for station staff.
• Plan and deliver nutritious, varied meals to support station work.
• Cater for visitors, contractors and station events as required.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen supplies.
• Ensure staff lunch provisions and pantry supplies are well stocked.
• Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming kitchen and dining environment.
• Work closely with Station Management to support operational requirements.

Skills

Cooking experience

Hospitality experience

Food safety knowledge

Nutrition-focused meals

Time management

Job description

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a Station Cook for Dalgonally Station, located 80km north of Julia Creek, Queensland. You will prepare nutritious meals for staff, visitors and contractors, while keeping a safe and welcoming kitchen environment.

In this hands-on role you’ll manage meal planning, food ordering and stock, and work closely with Station Management to meet operational needs in a remote station setting.