Head Chef | FIFO | 2:1 | Brisbane

Queensland, REF23592C, au on site Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 24, 2026 Last posted March 24, 2026
Job description
  • FIFO (Fly-in Fly-out) from Brisbane
  • 11 hours per shift on 2:1 Roster
  • Full-time

Why Join Sodexo?

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands in Australia. Our team 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. Here’s what’s on offer:  

  • Access to fantastic Village facilities and lifestyle options including gyms, fitness classes, pools, tennis courts, and social activities (dependent on Village)
  • We offer a competitive salary, many training, upskilling and development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!
  • Great teamwork and a solid group of people around you!

 

What’s the role?

Are you passionate about food and are looking for a job opportunity with a lifestyle roster that gives you work-life balance? At Sodexo, we’re expanding our team and seeking service-driven individuals to join us as Head Chefs. This is your chance to work with a global food and facilities management company while enjoying the benefits of a 14 days on, 7 days off roster FIFO from Brisbane.

What you’ll do:  

Your role goes beyond the kitchen—you're a vital part of resident wellbeing. Key responsibilities include: 

  • Leading bulk cooking operations on remote sites with top-tier quality and safety standards. 
  • Managing operations profitability, budgets, and food quality standards (HACCP compliance).  
  • Fostering team growth in a dynamic, diverse environment while maintaining client relationships.  

Qualifications and Experience

If you’re an enthusiastic, customer-focused professional with a flair for cooking, we’d love to hear from you. To qualify, you'll need: 

  • Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or full Australian working rights.  
  • Trade Certificate or Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.  
  • Proven experience leading a team in mass-catering environments, including preparing meals for breakfast, dinner, crib, and pastries.  
  • HACCP expertise combined with strong leadership and organisational skills.  
  • A passion for driving high-quality culinary experiences. 

What we offer: 

At Sodexo, we care about our people. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: 

  • A permanent role with stability and career growth opportunities 
  • A highly competitive annual wage with consistent hours, paid leave, and superannuation 
  • Full accommodation and meals covered while on-site so you can save while you work! 
  • Access to excellent village facilities, including gyms and social activities (availability varies by site) 
  • A structured onboarding and induction program to set you up for success 
  • Exclusive employee benefits, discounts, and a recognition program 
  • A welcoming team culture and supportive workplace 

Working on the mines can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s not for everyone—our casual FIFO roles require flexibility, reliability, and a willingness to work across a variety of roles and duties throughout Queensland. Candidates must be local to where the job is being advertised or willing to relocate at their own expense and should be prepared for 11-hour workdays on a 2:1 roster (two weeks on-site, one week at home). Before applying, please consider what’s expected and whether this lifestyle suits you.

 

How to apply?

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 join Sodexo — Help fuel communities, one plate at a time.

About this role

Summary

Lead bulk cooking operations, manage budgets, ensure HACCP compliance, foster team growth.

Job title

Head Chef

Experience level

proven experience leading a team in mass-catering environments

Industry

food services

Location requirements

Queensland, FIFO from Brisbane, remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

trade certificatecertificate III in commercial cookeryHACCP

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

mass cateringfood safetyteam leadershipquality standards
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site

Brisbane QLD, Australia

On-site City