Chef

2 weeks ago


Tumbi Vmbi, New South Wales, Australia Mingara Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Love food, love people and love creating memorable moments? We're on the hunt for passionate Chefs to bring flavour, creativity, and energy to our dynamic kitchen team at Mingara. Whether you're looking for full-time or casual work—we've got opportunities for you

Who We Are

A Central Coast favourite, Mingara Recreation Club is where locals and visitors come together to share great food, drinks, and good times. More than just a club, we're a community built on passion, purpose, and the belief that life's better when we live it greatly together.

At Mingara, you'll join a supportive team of talented people who thrive on creativity, collaboration, and helping each other succeed.

A Great Opportunity

We're seeking Chefs (Full-Time or Casual) who thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in creating food that not only tastes amazing but looks the part too. No two days are ever the same, you'll stretch your skills, work with a supportive team, and have the freedom to bring your creativity to life on the plate.

What we Offer

Life's GREAT when you work with us, when you are a part of our team you can enjoy:

  • Clear career growth pathways and paid training including up to $1500 scholarship per year
  • Rosters posted four weeks in advance (hello work life balance)
  • Free One by Mingara membership (gym + pool access)
  • Free espresso coffee + 20% off members price for food & drinks
  • Paid annual and personal leave
  • Discounted holidays with our partnered parks
  • A supportive team culture and opportunities to shine

About You

You'll bring:

  • A friendly, energetic personality and can-do attitude
  • Solid cooking skills and experience in a busy kitchen
  • High standards in food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and a desire to keep learning
  • Flexibility to work a mix of shifts across nights, weekends, and public holidays

A Cert III in Commercial Cookery and RSA/RCG certificates are highly regarded.

Your Commitment

We want you to be autonomous and will give you the trust to make key decisions. Flexibility is a must and is required to meet the needs of a 7 day a week business.

Our Commitment

When you work at Mingara you're part of something bigger, you're part of a team working together to live our vision to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life. You will learn life lessons in and out of the kitchen through coaching, leadership, and passion. We will encourage you to dive into challenges, exceed expectations, create opportunities and love what you do.

If you're ready to join a great organisation who truly values its people, and to help us create memorable experiences for the local community, then we want to hear from you.

Mingara Recreation Club is part of Mingara Leisure Group where we provide a great, safe, community for our team. We value Workplace Gender Equality and equal opportunities for all.


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