Join the ISS team?

Are you a culinary maestro ready to lead a talented kitchen team to new heights? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Head Chef to join our DIDO Resources Catering Team in Bowen Basin, Central Queensland. Reporting to the Site Manager, the Head Chef will ensure all safety and quality processes are followed while exceeding customer expectations with healthy and delicious food offerings, in line with contractual requirements. This role operates on a roster of 2 weeks on, 1 week off. Drive-in, drive-out locations include Mackay, Emerald, Townsville, Rockhampton, and more.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Leadership Excellence: Take the helm of a dynamic kitchen team and inspire them to create exceptional culinary experiences.
• Innovative Menus: Develop creative and delicious menus that delight our customers and set new standards in healthy and tasty food offerings.
• Career Advancement: Enjoy unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive Package: Earn a competitive salary of $126,000 plus super, with additional benefits including accommodation and meals provided while on site.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals that meet nutritional standards and exceed customer expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and service to ensure a high standard.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and control kitchen costs to meet budgetary requirements.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high standards of hygiene and food handling.
• Collaborate with the Site Manager to plan and develop menus that align with customer preferences and contractual obligations.
• Monitor and ensure consistency in the quality and presentation of all dishes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and health standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional creativity and attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Ability to obtain a police check valid within 90 days.

Perks and Benefits:

• Salary of $126,000 plus super.
• Accommodation and meals provided while on site.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a passionate and skilled chef looking for an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

ISS IS A PLACE TO BECOME PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER

With over 485,000 employees throughout 46 countries ISS is a company of belonging.

“Connecting People and Places to Make the World Work Better”.

To apply for this role please click on the 'apply' link and complete the online application. You can review your application status and keep up to date with our current vacancies by visiting our ISS Careers Website.

ISS is passionate about creating a culture that values inclusion and diversity, where all our people are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, people with disability, people from different cultural backgrounds and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual (LGBTIQA+) people.

We are an ethical employer, recognised by the industry for paying fairly and ensuring a safe working environment for all our staff. Read more about ISS in Australia and New Zealand on our website.