Chef

4 days ago


Emerald QLD, Australia Maraboon Tavern Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year
  • Join a thriving venue in Queensland's outback
  • Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime
  • Enjoy career growth with ongoing training and development.

Are you a passionate and creative culinary professional looking for an exciting opportunity? We are seeking a talented Chef to join our kitchen team and create unforgettable dining experiences at the Maraboon Tavern in Emerald.

Why join us?

  • Thriving venue: The Maraboon is a well-known tavern in Emerald, with a strong reputation as a local favourite for dining, entertainment, and events.
  • Career growth: Opportunities to progress within a leading hospitality group, with training and development provided.
  • Lifestyle perks: Live and work in the heart of Central Queensland, where you can enjoy the natural beauty and benefits of regional living
  • Team culture: Be part of a supportive, professional, and passionate team that values great service and local community.
  • Pay & Rewards: Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing and cooking food.
  • Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding garnishes and sauces.
  • Ensuring all meals are of high quality and are prepared in a timely manner.
  • Utilising a variety of fresh, frozen and prepared ingredients to prepare, cook and present a range of dishes according to a seasonal menu.
  • Practicing effective stock rotation and wastage minimisation procedures.
  • Assisting our team in maintaining an efficient and proactive kitchen operation.
  • Assisting with menu changes when required.

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience within a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
  • Availability to work any hospitality hours.
  • Ability to work well under a high pressure environment.
  • Brilliant communication skills to all team members.
  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

About Us

Maraboon Tavern is located in the heart of Emerald, a vibrant regional town known for its rich agricultural heritage, thriving mining industry, and strong community spirit. Our tavern is a popular destination for both locals and travelers, offering exceptional service and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Emerald is a place where you can enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while making a meaningful impact in your career.

Join us and cook up a storm while thriving at Maraboon Tavern


  • Cooks and Chefs

    6 days ago


    Emerald QLD, Australia Waymark Hotels Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

    Are you a passionate and creative culinary professional looking for an exciting opportunity? We are seeking talented Chefs and Cooks to join our kitchen team and create unforgettable dining experiences at the Maraboon Tavern in Emerald.Why join us?Thriving venue: The Maraboon is a well-known tavern in Emerald, with a strong reputation as a local favourite...

  • Chef/Pizza Chef

    17 hours ago


    Gladstone QLD, Australia Restaurant and Bar Full time $76,515 - $80,000 per year

    Qualified Chef / Pizza Chef – Woodfired Pizza & Classic Pub CuisineWe're a busy, fast-paced pub kitchen serving up quality Australian classics, woodfired pizzas, steaks, pastas, and more. With a loyal local crowd and a reputation for great food and good vibes, we're on the lookout for an experienced Qualified Chef or Pizza Chef to join our growing...

  • chef

    1 week ago


    Dululu QLD, Australia Dawson Hospitality Group Full time $77,000 - $80,000 per year

    This is a brilliant opportunity to create and grow with us and be a part of something you can be proud of.We are seeking a chef to build and develop a new and dynamic team at the Dululu Hotel. The historic Dululu Hotel has been completely restored and modernised with class and will be the destination of choice this year. If you have passion and creative...

  • CHEF/PASTRY CHEF

    4 days ago


    Springfield QLD, Australia Royal Bakery PTY LTD Full time $60,000 - $65,000 per year

    The Royal Bakery are looking for a Chef/Pastry Chef for our bakery located in Orion Springfield Central Shopping Centre.We are a Portuguese inspired bakery, sharing our culture, and passion of baking. All our products are made fresh daily, with little to no keeping of leftover stock, so work can be demanding as everything is made daily for the shop front,...

  • Chef

    17 hours ago


    South Townsville QLD, Australia Appia Group Pty Ltd Full time $76,715 per year

    Chef – Full-TimeCompany: Pierre Properties Pty LtdLocation: South Townsville, QLDSalary: $76,515 + SuperannuationPierre Properties Pty Ltd, trading as Cactus Jack's and IMC Steak House, is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef (Chef de Partie) to join our professional kitchen team in South Townsville.About the RoleThe Chef will assist the Head Chef in...

  • chef

    1 week ago


    Broadbeach QLD, Australia Valentinos Italian Restaurant Full time $65,000 per year

    Job descriptionValentinos, a busy family Italian Restaurant in the heart of Broadbeach is seeking a Qualified Chef and Chef de partie to join our team. Applicant must be enthusiastic and able to work in a busy team environment. Experience on Grill would be beneficial.We are looking for team players, who have a passion for the industry and for...

  • Chefs

    15 hours ago


    Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia Burleigh Pavilion Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    We're always on the lookout for new talent to work in our busy kitchens, with a number of roles tosend an Expression of Interest. If you'd like to know more about these roles or enquire about a roleyou don't see, contact our HR Department ChefsOur Chefs are responsible for overseeing the culinary operations of the restaurant. They are responsible for menu...

  • Chef

    14 hours ago


    Brisbane QLD, Australia LA LUCA Full time $72,000 - $80,000 per year

    We're looking for an experienced Chef to join our busy CBD café, serving modern breakfast, grab-and-go, and lunch buffet meals to a mix of corporate and local customers.What we offer:Monday to Friday roster (no nights or weekends)A supportive, creative team environmentCentral Brisbane locationConsistent hours and work–life balanceYour role:Prepare and...


  • Mackay QLD, Australia Rare bar and Grill Full time

    Head Chef | Sous Chef | Chef de Partie (CDP)Rare Bar and Grill – Mackay, QLDSalary & Full-Time | Immediate Start | Pay Based on ExperienceWe're all about bold flavour, quality produce, and delivering a dining experience that's as rare as our name suggests. As we continue to grow, we're looking for talented chefs to join our kitchen team, experienced,...

  • Chef

    1 week ago


    Chermside QLD, Australia Aretan Pty Ltd Full time $70,000 - $80,000 per year

    Located in the Westfield Chermside, Tapworks bar and grill has a reputation for great beer and good food in a full service environment with popular comfort food choices.We are looking for a Chef to join our kitchen team and deliver consistently high quality meals in a fast paced environment.In this position, you willContribute to menu development by creating...