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From the employer's careers site First seen 25 Oct 2026

Chef | FIFO | 14:7 | Queensland

Sodexo Townsville, Queensland entry full-time

Salary

$93,000 - $98,000 per year

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Description

We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our regional Queensland operations. As a Chef with Sodexo, you will prepare meals across breakfast, crib and dinner services, work in a high-volume catering environment, maintain food safety and HACCP standards, deliver consistent quality and presentation, and work as part of a supportive kitchen team.

The role is based in a busy village environment, providing quality meals that help keep our mining communities running safely and efficiently. This is a FIFO role from Townsville on a 14:7 roster, working 11-hour days. Casual opportunities are available with the potential for permanent placement for high-performing employees.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
  • Experience in bulk catering or high-volume kitchens
  • FIFO, DIDO or remote site experience desirable but not essential
  • Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently
  • Ability to work in remote environments and varying weather conditions
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol test
  • Full Australian working rights

In return, you will receive:

  • Competitive salary and stable ongoing work
  • 14:7 roster offering a great work-life balance
  • Meals and accommodation provided while on site
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Employee discounts and wellbeing programs

Skills

Required

  • Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
  • bulk catering
  • high-volume kitchens
  • food safety
  • hygiene

Nice to have

  • FIFO
  • DIDO
  • remote site experience

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Sodexo/744000157286840-chef-fifo-14-7-queensland

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