Chef - Lansdowne Road, Katherine

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Discovery Lansdowne in Katherine NT is hiring a full-time Chef to lead a busy onsite kitchen. You’ll oversee food prep and presentation, manage stock and orders, ensure HACCP compliance, and honour dietary needs. You’ll train and supervise kitchen staff and deliver efficient service. Requirements include proven chef experience in a similar environment, formal qualifications or equivalent, cost management and menu planning skills, and the ability to work autonomously or in a team. A current First Aid certificate is desirable; a valid driver’s licence and Federal Police Clearance are required before offer; heavy lifting up to 20kg. Benefits include accommodation, meals, 14 days on/7 off, EAP, and ESG opportunities. Apply now.

About Us

G’day Group comprises leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, Resorts and the loyalty program G'day Rewards. Employing more than 2000 people Australia-wide, G’day Group has the largest park network in the country, offering an amazing customer journey. 

Discovery Lansdowne is located in the heart of Katherine, NT—one of Australia’s most spectacular outback destinations. Our Workstay Village is a thriving, high‑energy property that provides accommodation and catering to large numbers of work‑stay guests year‑round.

The Role

As the Chef, you will be responsible for providing an efficient and cost-effective food service, with the smooth day-to-day operation of a commercial kitchen.

• Food preparation and presentation
• Adhere to all HSE policies, procedures & safe food handling practices.
• Adherence to dietary requirements (allergies, special requests)
• Management of stock ordering, rotation and stocktaking
• Maintaining a clean kitchen, equipment and utensils
• Create dishes of high quality that will nourish and delight our guests.
• Fast, effective service provided with a smile
• Assist in overseeing all kitchen employees, including training and performance development.

About You

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

• Previous Chef experience and cooking in a similar environment 
• Formal trade qualifications in commercial cooking or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in electronic purchase ordering and cost management
• Proven experience in planning and developing menus
• Proven ability to work within a team and autonomously
• Ability to prep and organise ahead 
• Current First Aid Certificate is highly desirable
• HACCP experience essential, with a high emphasis on food hygiene     
• Current drivers license.

Benefits to You

• Multiple roles available due to demand
• Accommodation and meals provided whilst working
• 14 days on/ 7 days off
• Discounts with our G’day Rewards Partners
• Discounted accommodation at over 300 G'day Group holiday parks nationally.
• Service recognition awards
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Internal opportunities

Discover what matters - APPLY NOW!

Before receiving a job offer, candidates must consent to a Federal Police Clearance.

This role may require heavy lifting (up to 20kg), kneeling, squatting, and working with chemicals and machinery

The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.