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Chef De Partie - Cairns Airport

19/01/2026
18/02/2026
$28.00 - $33.00
Permanent - Part Time
QLD: Cairns
Administration,Bar & Beverage,Cook,Customer Service,Food & Beverage,Food Safety,Groundsperson,Indigenous Participation,Kitchen,Retail Management,Supervisor,Trade Qualified - Chef

Job Description

Fast Hands And Fresh Vibes Wanted For The Busiest Pass In CNS

Position : Chef De Partie

Job Type : Permanent - Part Time

Location Cairns - Mangrove

Why cook for a quiet dining room when you could be fueling the thousands of people flying in and out of Cairns every day?

Mangroves is the heartbeat of the terminal.

We need a Chef De Partie who wants to be part of something big, fast, and constantly moving.

Don't get stuck in the slow lane.

What's In It For You

  • Pocket a high $30.68 hourly rate plus penalties that put other kitchens to shame
  • Secure your future with a permanent contract and guaranteed minimum hours
  • Reclaim your nights with a roster capping at 2100—no 2am closes here
  • Access an exclusive airside work zone that feels different every single day

What You'll Do

  • Drive the culinary engine for thousands of travelers rushing to their gates
  • Command your station independently and make the critical calls during the rush
  • Keep the machine running smoothly by crushing prep, service, and dish duty
  • Execute world-class food safety standards in a high-security environment

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

  • Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate is the golden ticket to this role
  • Proven track record of thriving in high-volume or fast-paced retail kitchens
  • Own transport is non-negotiable for crushing the 0400 starts or 2100 finishes
  • Solo operator mindset capable of running a tight ship without micromanagement
  • High-energy attitude ready to handle the heat, the pace, and the clean-up

Why Cater Care

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider with 25 years of experience.

We operate across multiple sectors including Aged Care, Education, Retail, and Remote Services.

Through our values of Care, Pride, and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, and providing excellent career opportunities.

We strongly encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

How To Apply

Good teams fill up fast. Apply Now to get on the roster. Join Cater Care

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