Boarding Chef The Cathedral College

Position: Boarding Chef
Start date:As soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status: Full-time
Hours per week: 38 hpw
Salary: Competitive remuneration package subject to experience and qualifications
Closing Date: Friday 8 May 2026 (unless filled prior)

The Cathedral Collegeis a Catholic co-educational Secondary Boarding College with Catholic Education in the Diocese of College aims to deliver a holistic Catholic Education where academic excellence goes hand in hand with spiritual emotional physical cultural and social development.

The College is built in the shadow of St Josephs Cathedral and welcomes189Boarders from across Central Queensland and beyond enriching the College community.1330students are enrolled and all are invited to respond to Jesus Christs message to come live life in all its fullness.

Girls Boarding is located a short distance from the College in Agnes Street and Boys Boarding is situated on the College site in Derby Street. Our Boarders are an integral part of the College and enrich College life.

About the role

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Chef to join our Boarding School Catering Department and become part of a committed team providing nutritious high-quality meals for our boarding community. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef seeking stable employment attractive working hours and a positive supportive workplace that takes pride in producing fresh well-balanced meals for young people.

The Chef is responsible for the production transportation and distribution of food for the boarding students and staff ensuring that a high standard is maintained in relation to all aspects of food management. Your responsibilities may include:

• Prepare and cook nutritious well-presented meals for boarding students and staff
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to plan menus that meet dietary nutritional and cultural requirements
• Maintain high standards of food safety hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Assist with ordering stock control and efficient kitchen operations

Further duties are available in thePosition Description.

About you

The successful applicant will:

• have an understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic education
• relevant trade qualifications (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent)
• a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance
• a flexible team oriented approach with a commitment to quality and consistency
• a genuine interest in working within a school and boarding environment
• have excellent time management skills
• have well developed interpersonal skills

Previous experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen (education health hospitality or similar) is highly desirable. Awillingness to work rostered weekend and night shifts and an Open Drivers Licence (QLD) is desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package subject to experience and qualifications
• Superannuation of 12.75% contribution
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Access to free Employee Assistance Program (24-hour counselling service)
• Induction professional development and learning opportunities

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Relevant trade qualifications (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent)
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

• Complete theapplication below
• Upload supporting documentation
• Applicants must read understand and accept as an explicit term of contract the requirements of theStatement of Principlesfor employment inCatholic Schools
• Upload acurrent resumeincluding contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Mr Michael Busby Assistant Principal: Boardingor
• For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday 8 May 2026 (unless filled prior)

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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