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🌊 Chef Opportunity – Remote Coastal Queensland 🌊 (4006798)

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MLKA Live In Chef Vacancy - Remote Coastal Far North Queensland

🌊 Chef Opportunity – Remote Coastal Queensland 🌊

Start Date: Early March 2026

Dreaming of coastal living, epic fishing, and a kitchen gig with great pay and zero city stress? This is your sign.

This laid-back coastal venue is all about delicious bistro-style food, ice-cold drinks, and a buzzing atmosphere. They’re a popular stop for winter tourists and a much-loved local hub through the summer months. If you love cooking good food in a beautiful, remote location—this one’s for you.

🎣 BONUS: This town is an awesome fishing destination, so bring your rods.

Work available for a partner (must have bar experience).


💰 The Package

  • $35.15 Monday–Friday
  • $42.18 Saturday
  • $49.21 Sunday
  • $56.24 Overtime
  • $66.69 Public Holidays
  • Accommodation Provided:
    • $60 per week (each – couples)
    • $100 per week (single)

👩‍🍳 The Role

  • Prepare and cook quality bistro-style meals
  • Supervise and support junior chefs
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene
  • Be a positive, reliable team player
  • Pitch in with other kitchen duties as required

✅ What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in a similar chef role
  • Comfortable living and working in a remote location
  • Team-focused with a strong work ethic
  • Ideally seeking a long-term commitment

ℹ️ The Details

  • Access via road or public bus
  • Telstra mobile coverage only
  • Potential work available for a partner in front of house

If you’re chasing great money, coastal vibes, and a change of pace, this is a rare opportunity to lock in something special. 🌴🔥

How to Apply:

If you are ready to start your remote adventure and feel you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you – please forward your resume to jobs@mlkarecruitment.com.au or click ‘Apply Now’ above.

All applications are handled on a confidential basis.

Note, due to confidentiality on some roles, not all our positions are externally advertised.

Who We Are:

MLKA Hospitality Recruitment are industry leaders in remote, regional and outback hospitality employment Australia wide. Australian owned and operated since 2008.

Our roles offer an excellent opportunity for skilled hospitality staff to embark on an adventurous career, experiencing the REAL Australia. 

Specific details of our roles, salary and locations are provided during the interview process. 

We recruit for the best hospitality employers in regional & remote Australia who can offer their employees a great work/life balance. Our service is 100% free for jobseekers.

Escape the high cost and stresses of city living with a fantastic live in role – accommodation packages are provided with all roles.

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Let’s go see Australia with MLKA Hospitality Recruitment in 2026!

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