Cook

Cook – Mt Isa Recovery Services Centre

Location: Mount Isa

Classification: SCHADS Award – Level 3

Status: Permanent | Full Time

Bring your passion for food and purpose together

If you love creating hearty, nourishing meals and want your work to genuinely matter, this role is for you. As a Cook at the Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre, you’ll fuel the wellbeing of our participants every day — preparing high‑quality meals that support their recovery journey. Join a team grounded in care, compassion, and The Salvation Army’s values.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s leading providers of alcohol and other drug services, offering withdrawal management, residential and non‑residential rehabilitation, and harm‑reduction programs. Our centres provide more than treatment — they offer hope, dignity, and a safe place to rebuild. Your work in the kitchen becomes part of that healing environment.

What you will do

• Prepare nutritious meals — Cook high‑volume, balanced meals for residential participants in line with food safety requirements.
• Deliver meals on time — Serve meals promptly, following approved menus and budget guidelines.
• Plan menus — Develop menu plans for manager approval that meet nutritional and operational needs.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene — Keep the kitchen and dining areas clean and compliant with Australian Food Safety Standards and TSA policies.
• Manage stock — Receive deliveries, rotate stock, and monitor food quality to meet HACCP standards.
• Support smooth operations — Contribute to a well‑run, positive kitchen environment.

What you will bring

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or willingness to work towards it)
• Experience in kitchen or catering operations
• Flexible availability — Ability to work a 7‑day rotating roster
• Minimum 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen
• Safe food‑handling knowledge
• HACCP understanding (highly regarded)
• Working With Children Check
• Driver’s licence

What we offer

• Remote Area Housing Benefit to employees who live and work in the area (up to $31,800 tax free) + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
 

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future.
 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration