Are you passionate about food? Do you thrive in a fast-paced airport environment? If so, we want YOU to be part of our world-class marhaba Lounge team as a Chef, proudly operated by dnata Airport Services at Melbourne Airport!

This is a full-time position working on a rotating 7-day roster, with shifts operating between 3:00am and 1:00am. Flexibility to work across a variety of shift times, including early morning and late-night shifts, is essential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and cooking of meals/food at the lounge
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

What We’re Looking For:

• Entry level with 1+ year experience as a cook/chef
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Appropriate qualification/certificates an advantage 
• Flexible and willing attitude, strong written communication and customer service skills
• Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation 
• A working understanding of food safety standards, Current RSA Certificate is a must
• You will require a security check to be able to successfully receive an ASIC Pass as a condition of successful employment
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with unrestricted working rights in Australia

What you will receive as an employee: 

• Award Rate Salary.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Comprehensive training and induction program.
• Access to staff discounts.

Please note - To be considered for this position applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Join marhaba Lounge and be part of a team that creates memorable experiences for travellers every day!