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Cook - Paluma Environmental Education Centre
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Do you have a passion for cooking and enjoy creating delicious meals in a unique natural setting?
Paluma Environmental Education Centre is seeking a dedicated Cook to help provide enjoyable and nourishing meals for students and visitors attending the centre.
This is a great opportunity to put your culinary skills to use in a rewarding environment surrounded by the natural beauty of Paluma.
Apply now to bring your cooking skills to a role where you can make a positive contribution to memorable educational experiences!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | OO3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NQR704087/26T |
| Closing date | 28-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Emily Davis |
| Contact details | (07) 4772 9555 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Paluma Environmental Education Centre offers a unique learning experience in the beautiful rainforest surroundings of Paluma, North Queensland.
The centre provides students with opportunities to connect with nature, explore environmental sustainability and develop a deeper understanding of the natural world.
With its peaceful setting and focus on hands-on learning, Paluma is a special place to work and contribute to memorable educational experiences for students.
The centre also delivers tailored day trips, residential camps and outdoor activities, making it a wonderful place for staff to contribute to engaging, hands-on learning experiences in a truly special natural environment.
Your opportunity:
- Provide guidance to kitchen staff on effective cooking methods and food preparation practices.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene by ensuring meals are prepared, handled and stored in accordance with relevant legislation and health requirements.
- Monitor kitchen appliances, utensils and equipment, identifying items that require repair, replacement or removal.
- Coordinate meal service activities, including serving food, cleaning dishes and disposing of food scraps appropriately.
- Oversee the cleaning and upkeep of food preparation areas, cold rooms, refrigerators and freezers, and demonstrate the safe and correct use of kitchen equipment to staff and students.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NQR704087_26T Role Description (PDF, 298KB)
Role Description
