Chef | FIFO | 2:1 | Rockhampton, QLD

Queensland, REF24090W, au on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted January 11, 2026 Last posted January 11, 2026
Job description

Salary: From $92,000 - $97,000 p.a + Superannuation
Roster: FIFO from Rockhampton, QLD on a 14:7 roster
Employment Type: Casual & Permanent opportunity with long-term career growth

 

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands in Australia. Our hospitality all-rounders play a key role in keeping our sites functioning and well-maintained for village residents' safety, comfort, and well-being. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact.

The Role

We’re seeking experienced and passionate Chefs to join our regional Queensland teams on a 2:1 FIFO roster. Fly from Rockhampton and work across busy kitchen operations preparing high-volume, nutritious meals for mining village residents.

  • Experience in bulk catering or high-volume kitchens
  • Work 14 days on 7 days off
  • 11-hour shifts in a physically active role

About You

  • Ability to travel safely to and from work
  • FIFO or remote site experience desirable, but not essential
  • Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery
  • Physically fit and able to work long shifts (up to 11 hours)
  • You will be required to obtain a National Police Check, should you not have one dated within the last 6 months
  • Ability to endure remote environments in extreme weather conditions
  • Must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening
  • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not essential

Why Join Sodexo?

  • Competitive pay and job security in an essential services industry
  • Meals provided
  • Access to 100+ retail discounts and multiple salary packaging options
  • Great teamwork and a solid group of people around you!
  • Opportunities for training and career progression within Sodexo

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure? Submit your resume outlining your experience and availability. If shortlisted, one of our recruiters will contact you for a phone interview to answer your questions and share more about the role.

Apply now and take the next step in your FIFO career with Sodexo.

About this role

Summary

Prepare high-volume meals in remote mining environments on a FIFO roster.

Job title

Chef

Experience level

professional level

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

FIFO from Rockhampton, Queensland; remote work not allowed

Salary

$92,000 - $97,000

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

certificate iii/iv in commercial cookeryphysically fitability to work long shiftsremote environment endurance

Preferred skills

FIFO experienceremote site experience

Specializations

bulk cateringhigh-volume kitchens
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rockhampton QLD, Australia

On-site City