FIFO chefs

IronMerge People are currently recruiting qualified Chefs for the Western Australian mining & resource sector for FIFO roles from Perth Airport. These are casual roles with ongoing work throughout 2026.

What’s on Offer :

• Base Rates of $46.04 - $48.48 per hour with uplift for night shift hours and public holiday rates
• Immediate starts once onboarding is completed
• Flights from Perth only- interstate & overseas applications will not be considered for these roles
• Casual work with ongoing rosters potentially available
• Weekly pay – every Thursday

Key responsibilities:

• Bulk Cooking for Breakfast, Crib, Dinner, Desserts or Baking on the mine sites of 100 up to 2000 pax
• Food preparation including using your strong knife skills
• Batch cooking for some sites
• Grill section and carvery if required
• Food safety and temperature control
• Maintenance of working conditions and stores

The Successful Applicant Will Require:

• Minimum 6 months proven Australian FIFO Minesite kitchen experience (essential)
• Proven experience cooking for large functions, events or bulk cooking
• Experienced with high volume cooking roles such as – Cruise Ships, Major Events & Stadiums, Defence, Hospitals, Large Aged Care Facilities, Large Hospitality Venues
• WA Manual Drivers license - Essential 
• Minimum Australian Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Acceptable overseas qualifications - NZQA Level 3 & above or City & Guilds Level 3 and above
• Ability to complete a full pre-employment medical and Drug and Alcohol assessments
• Full working rights in Australia for a minimum of 6 months
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check {Police Clearance} less than 3 months old or willing to obtain one

About Us
Our commitment lies in offering exceptional service and finding the best commercial solutions for our clients and candidates alike. With a deep understanding of the industries we serve and the regions we operate in, our experienced team is dedicated to bridging top-tier talent with fulfilling employment opportunities.

IronMerge People is Australia's leading Indigenous owned labour and recruitment provider. We take great pride in our supportive and inclusive work environment. We welcome all individuals to join our team and actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.