Station Cook — Remote Cattle Station, Meals & Accommodation

The North Australian Pastoral Company; Springsure; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Private accommodation

Annual leave entitlements

Traineeship in Agriculture

Station social events

Job summary

The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) invites you to Mantuan Downs Station to join as a Station Cook. You’ll prepare hearty meals for the crew, plan varied menus, and manage groceries while keeping the kitchen clean and safe.

This remote station role offers on-site accommodation and the chance to thrive in a unique Australian cattle-station lifestyle. You’ll contribute to a tight-knit team, enjoy meals and a private air-conditioned room, and participate in on-the-job training and station

Qualifications

• Proven experience cooking for live-in teams or large groups.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Cook tasty, wholesome meals for around 12–15 people regularly (plus occasional guests).
• Plan menus that are fresh, varied, and satisfying.
• Manage grocery lists and ensure stock levels are maintained.
• Keep the kitchen, dining area and food storage clean and organised.
• Look after kitchen equipment and keep it in good working order.

Skills

Cooking

Food hygiene

Time management

Live-in team experience

Job description

The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) invites you to Mantuan Downs Station to join as a Station Cook. You’ll prepare hearty meals for the crew, plan varied menus, and manage groceries while keeping the kitchen clean and safe.

This remote station role offers on-site accommodation and the chance to thrive in a unique Australian cattle-station lifestyle. You’ll contribute to a tight-knit team, enjoy meals and a private air-conditioned room, and participate in on-the-job training and station