Kitchen Cook

Company Description

With properties in some of Australia’s most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provide accommodation that suits every budget, style, and occasion – from campsites to luxury resorts. We connect holidaymakers with over 50 incredible destinations to create unforgettable holiday experiences. Part of the trusted NRMA Group, a member-owned brand, our passionate team works together to make holiday magic happen—it's not just our job, it's in our nature.

Job Description

Nestled between lake, bush and beach on Worimi Country, Myall Shores NRMA Holiday Park is a much-loved getaway for families, couples and travellers looking to slow down and soak up nature. Our on-site café/restaurant is a key part of the experience – offering tasty, quality meals that keep guests coming back.

What You’ll Do

As our Kitchen Cook, you’ll be hands-on in our kitchen, helping to deliver delicious, consistent meals during breakfast, lunch and/or dinner service.

Your day could include:

• Preparing and cooking menu items to standard recipes and presentation
• Assisting with basic menu prep (chopping, marinating, portioning)
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures
• Working closely with the Park and Café team to keep service smooth and efficient
• Bringing ideas and energy to improve the customer dining experience

What You’ll Bring

You don’t need to be a high-end chef – but you do need to care about good food, consistency and teamwork.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have experience as a cook or kitchen hand in a café, bistro, pub or similar
• Are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment during busy holiday periods
• Understand and follow food safety and hygiene practices
• Can work independently and as part of a small team
• Are reliable, punctual and happy to “pitch in” where needed
• Are available for weekends, public holidays and school holiday periods
• Enjoy working in a holiday park environment and interacting with guests in a friendly, professional manner

Mandatory Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Minimum Certificate III in Kitchen Operations
• Current RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol)
• Safe Food Certificate or Safe Food Supervisor Certificate

Desirable Qualifications

It’s highly regarded (but not essential) if you also have:

• Barista skills or formal Barista qualifications
• Experience in a café or resort environment

What’s in it for you?

At the NRMA we aren’t just about discounts (although you do get these too). We offer benefits to help make work and life just right for you!

• Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts
• Complimentary myNRMA Rewards membership including discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
• Discounts on a range of NRMA personal insurance products including car, home & travel
• Grow, progress or relocate your career and move around the NRMA Group or different locations with us.

Know you belong

We’re for inclusion, diversity, and representing the members, guests, customers, and communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be part of our team.

Are you nodding your head as you read this? Apply now, we cannot wait to hear from you or visit our careers site to find out more!