Oaks Cairns Hotel are looking for a part-time Cook who is passionate about creating delicious meals and delivering a high standard of food service to join the team.

As a Cook, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen. You’ll prepare and cook a range of dishes to a consistently high standard, maintain a clean and organised workspace, and work collaboratively with the team to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Prepare ingredients and assist with the cooking and plating of meals.

Cook a variety of dishes in line with menu standards and guest expectations.

Ensure great presentation of meals before service.

Maintain proper food storage, safety, and hygiene standards.

Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety regulations.

Shift Details (subject to change):

Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday

Shift times scheduled across breakfast and dinner periods

Immediate start available

Hourly rates (excluding super):
Monday - Friday: $25.85 per hour
Saturday: $32.31 per hour
Sunday: $38.78 per hour

Qualifications

To be successful you will have:

Proven experience as a cook or in a similar kitchen role.

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

A positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for cooking.

Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.

Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.

Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.

Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.

Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.

Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.

Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.

Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Company Description

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 560 properties across more than 58 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in your skills to support your career growth and advancement. You’ll feel valued as part of a tight-knit team, united in delivering exceptional guest experiences and thriving in a company dedicated to fostering an outstanding workplace culture.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Australia or New Zealand.