Chef/Cook - Casual Opportunities

2 days ago

Narrabri New South Wales, Australia Narrabri Shire Council Full time $67,200 per year
Casual Chefs/Cooks
  • A great opportunity to grow your hospitality career with Council
  • Be apart of a supportive and collaborative team
  • $40.35 per hour including 25% casual loading ($32.28 base)
  • 12% Superannuation
  • Weekend and shift penalties where applicable
  • Predominantly day shifts
About Us:

At Narrabri Shire Council, we're proud to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive workplace where teamwork, creativity, and professional growth thrive.

Are you a skilled chef or cook ready to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for passionate culinary professionals to join our team and help make a real difference in our community.

Bring your talent, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas — and be part of something meaningful with us at Narrabri Shire Council.

About the Role

As a Chef at The Crossing Theatre, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary flair by creating and delivering fresh, innovative, and nutritious food. This is your chance to let your creativity shine — developing dishes that delight our community and reflect the latest food trends. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the daily operations of The Crossing Theatre kitchen.
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality, consistent meals.
  • Adhering to all Food Safety legislations and Health and Safety regulations.
  • Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
  • Assisting in implementing strategies to reduce costs and minimise food waste.

For further information on the role, please see the attached position description or contact Ricky Mason, Manager Entertainment and Leisure Services on

About You

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Chef or Cook with strong organisational and time management skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment with varying workloads and priorities. The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, and will enjoy working both collaboratively within a team and independently when required.

The successful candidate will:

  • Demonstrate experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
  • Hold an Intermediate/Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate.
  • Possess a strong understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices.
  • Have the availability to work a variety of shifts including weekends.
  • have exceptional attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills.
How to Apply

If you're a passionate and driven Chef or Cook seeking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you Join our dynamic team at Narrabri Shire Council and make a meaningful impact in our community.

To apply, follow the instructions below:

  1. Complete the information below as requested
  2. Click the 'APPLICATION FORM' tab at the top of the page.
  3. Attach your resume, cover letter and qualification/s.
  4. Answer the questions.
  5. Click 'SUBMIT'.

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Closing date for applications is at 11:59pm Tuesday, 2 December 2025.

Applications will be reviewed and assessed as they are received.

Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Narrabri Shire Council is committed to ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all people within our workplace.

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