Chef

About the Company

Join Australia's premier inflight meal manufacturer and retail partner. At dnata catering & retail, the sky's truly the limit! Aviation Support Business of the Year 2025. Australasia's Airline Caterer of the Year 2025.

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia's largest inflight catering and retail partner. Chosen by many of the world's top airlines for our award-winning meals and outstanding service, we operate 13 catering facilities across 10 cities, employ over 4,000 people, produce over 47 million meals, and service over 252 thousand flights each year.

About the Role

Join our Brisbane airport team as a Chef in a permanent full-time position. This is a hands-on role that helps keep the Australian aviation industry moving. As a member of our culinary team, you are responsible for creating delicious, high-quality meals served onboard some of the world's top airlines. Working as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, you will prepare and cook hot and cold meals in bulk quantities, following strict airline menu specifications and recipes and meeting daily production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook hot and cold Economy and Business class meals for our Domestic and International Airline customers
• Work to the menu specifications of each airline, ensuring ingredient accuracy
• Assist the Kitchen Team meet daily production targets in line with the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Minimise food wastage and ensure effective stock control
• Maintain a clean and hygienic working environment at all times
• Follow all Food Safety, HSE and Hygiene policies, including HACCP, IFSA and QSA

Essential Requirements

• Clear National Police Check
• Certificate III Commercial Cookery or higher qualifications
• Minimum 3 years commercial Chef experience
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster and availability to work 38 hrs/week
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes, specifications, and processes
• Good organisational and time management skills
• A team-first mindset and willingness to support others

Desirable

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment

Benefits

• Guaranteed annual earnings of $76,515 - $80,000 + superannuation
• Be part of a close-knit and dedicated team committed to safety
• Competitive pay rates and generous penalty rates
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Free onsite parking, meals, and uniforms
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Career development and progression, coupled with national relocation opportunities
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes

How to Apply

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, we want to hear from you! Click the link below and upload your resume to start on the journey of joining the dnata catering & retail team as a Chef.