Team Leader – Kitchen & Catering

Akeyulerre Aboriginal Corporation – Alice Springs, NT
Full-Time (or Part-Time by negotiation)
Identified Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander position

Support healing through culture. Cook real food. Lead with purpose.

Akeyulerre Healing Centre is looking for a skilled and passionate cook to lead our kitchen and catering services. Based in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), this is a unique opportunity to combine food, culture, and community in a role that supports Elders, families, and social enterprise.

About Us

Akeyulerre Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit organisation founded by Arrernte Elders. Our work supports cultural healing, traditional knowledge, bush trips, and local enterprise, including our café and catering services.

The Role

As Team Leader – Kitchen & Catering, you’ll:

Cook healthy, delicious meals for programs, bush trips, and the Akeyulerre café

Support community events and cultural gatherings with tailored catering

Lead and coordinate the kitchen team, creating a welcoming and respectful workspace

Plan menus, manage stock, and keep the kitchen clean and safe

Work alongside Elders and staff to reflect Arrernte values in everything we do

This role is hands-on and dynamic — no two days are the same.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll need:

Experience cooking in a café, commercial, or community kitchen

Short order cooking and catering menu experience

Great time management and communication skills

A strong respect for Aboriginal culture and community

Confidence to lead a small team and maintain kitchen standards

Current Ochre Card + willingness to get a National Police Check

Bonus points for: Food Safety qualifications, bush food knowledge, a Driver’s Licence, or experience in Aboriginal organisations.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a respected Arrernte-led organisation

Help grow local enterprise and support healing through culture

Work in a role with real impact, variety, and connection to community

Opportunities for bush trips, cultural learning, and supported professional development

This is an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position.
Priority will be given to suitable Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under s.8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and equivalent state legislation.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you're the right fit.
For more information, contact us at [email protected] or (08) 8952 2339.