Chef: NRMA Airlie Beach Cafe

With properties in some of Australia’s most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provide accommodation that suits every budget and style – from campsites to luxury resorts. We connect holidaymakers with over 50 incredible natural destinations that offer more than a change of scenery. 

Owned by the NRMA Group, we have a large team across our holiday parks, resorts and support office who love what they do, all working together to make holiday magic. Because creating unforgettable holidays is not just our job – it’s in our nature. 

Few places are as beautiful and the as the wild and wonderful Whitsunday Coast, and NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park is at its heart. This is a family and pet friendly tropical paradise.  It offers a resort style pool and splash park, an onsite café and a diverse range of accommodation options to suit every traveller's needs.

What you will do:

immediate start available!  You will work closely alongside the, Park Manager and the Group Food and Beverage Manager to represent the core values of the NRMA in terms of professionalism, cleanliness and guest experience.  Our very own cafe is located onsite at NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park.

This is a casual position and will have oversight of a Cook also.  The Café's Trading Hours are Thurs – Mon 6:30am – 10:30am & Thurs – Sun 3:30pm – 8:30pm, but your hours rostered will not reflect split shifts. Ideally you would have experience as a Chef, Commis or Demi position previously.  

You will:

• Ensure all aspects of food preparation, cooking and presenting of dishes are according to company guidelines and customer preferences
• Liaise with, food service staff and management regarding customers order and general service of kitchen operations
• Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment, to include proper storage of food, equipment, utensils and implements
• Daily temperature checks of fridges, freezers, storage areas, deliveries and recording assessment where necessary
• Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting all kitchen areas in accordance with daily cleaning

What you will bring:

• Previous experience in a cafe, restaurant, or club kitchen
• Certificate in commercial cookery 
• A working understanding of 'Food Safety' principles and workplace health and safety
• Possess highly effective verbal communication skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Happy to work as part of a team and chip in to get to get the job done right!

What’s in it for you? 

At Parks & Resorts we are not just about discounts (although you do get these too). We know everyone leads a life of their own and regardless of what stage you are at we have something to suit! 

• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts. 
• Complimentary myNRMA membership including discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more 
• Our reward and recognition program 'My Thanks'  
• Employee referral program where you may be eligible for a referral bonus of up to $2,000 
• Grow, progress or relocate with us and move around the country to one of our many other holiday parks or resorts. 

Know you belong:

We’re for inclusion, diversity, and representing the members, guests, customers, and communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be part of our team. 

Are you nodding your head as you read this?  Ready to roll up your sleeves and really make a difference?

Apply now, we cannot wait to hear from you! 

As part of our recruitment process, all employees at NRMA Parks and Resorts are subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.