Middlemount | Apprentice Chef | 14/7

We invite passionate individuals from all backgrounds who are highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our dynamic kitchen team and gain the necessary skills and qualifications to become a Chef.

This is a fulltime permanent opportunity on a 14/7 Drive in/Drive Out roster, ideal for individuals seeking to establish a long-term career as a Chef with a reputable global company.  We offer excellent career advancement opportunities, allowing you to grow and develop your skills, in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing ingredients in large quantities, managing cooking times and temperatures for bulk cooking


• Maintain safe and hygienic food preparation and storage areas, including proper storage of food, equipment, utensils and implements


• Conduct daily temperature checks of fridges, freezers and storage areas, to ensure food safety and compliance with health regulations.


• Maintain overall cleanliness in the kitchen. This includes ensuring all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitised


• Supporting our team of chefs with a strong emphasis on timeliness and presentation


• Engaging in professional and friendly interactions with both guests and staff 

To be successful, you will have:

• Demonstrated relevant work experience, preferably in the commercial hospitality industry


• Proof of Australian Citizenship or Residency is required


• A team player with the capability to work well under pressure


• Flexibility to work, day and/or night shifts if required


• Good communication and time management skills


• Demonstrated ability to effectively complete both written and practical assessments


• Remote work experience (highly regarded)


• Class C, Manual Driver’s Licence (highly regarded)


• The ability to pass a pre-employment medical including alcohol and drug screening


• A National Police Clearance or be willing to obtain


• Certificate II Hospitality (highly regarded)

About Us

Civeo is a global workforce accommodation specialist that helps people maintain healthy and productive lives while living and working away from home. Civeo Australia has over 14,000 rooms throughout Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and Western Australia. We are part of Civeo Corporation, a global company with regional operations in Australia, the United States and Canada with a combined total of over 33,000 rooms.

What Civeo Can Offer You:

• Food and accommodation provided at our Villages (for those not living locally to the village). 


• Access to on-site recreational facilities including Gyms, Hub’s, and Pools (may vary per Village).


• Access to wellbeing and employee programs including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and on-site Health & Lifestyle Coordinators, providing personal exercise plans and nutritional education.


• Exciting learning and development opportunities including internal training and development courses, and nationally recognised qualifications. 


• Annual Staff Retention Incentive Bonus paid Quarterly *Conditions Apply.


• BYO Work Mate Referral Incentive Program *Conditions Apply.


• Access to Civeo’s Employee Platform - The Civeo Hive - “Home of reward, recognition, wellness and exclusive staff discounts across hundreds of retailers”. 


• A free scheduled bus service operates for Civeo employees who travel from Mackay – Bowen Basin QLD. 

Application/On-boarding Process

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a 5–10-minute video introduction


• A phone interview to be conducted by the Talent Acquisition team


• Complete Civeo paperwork and provide relevant pre-employment documents, including a National Police Check certificate.


• Complete pre-employment medical assessment, including Drug and Alcohol Testing

We're committed to fostering sustainable partnerships and inclusive opportunities in all the communities we operate in. By actively engaging with Traditional Owners and First Nations Businesses, we're not just operating accommodation villages, we're nurturing relationships that honour the rich cultural heritage of the land. We're safe, welcoming and proud to encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to join us.