Cook – Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre

Location: Mount Isa, QLD

Classification: SCHADS Award – Level 3

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Program: Alcohol and Other Drugs | Social Mission

About the Role

Are you passionate about preparing nutritious, quality meals and looking for a role where your work makes a genuine difference? Join The Salvation Army as a Cook at our Mount Isa Recovery Services Centre, where you’ll play an important role in supporting the wellbeing and recovery of our participants through wholesome, nourishing meals. This is more than a kitchen role. Every meal you prepare contributes to creating a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for people on their recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare nutritious meals – Cook high-volume, nutritious and well-balanced meals for residential participants in accordance with approved menus and dietary requirements.
- Deliver meals on time – Ensure meals are prepared and served promptly while working within approved menus and budget requirements.
- Support menu planning – Assist with developing menu plans for management approval that meet nutritional, participant and operational requirements.
- Maintain kitchen standards – Keep kitchen, food preparation and dining areas clean, safe and compliant with Australian food safety standards and The Salvation Army policies.
- Manage food stock – Receive and check deliveries, rotate stock, monitor food quality and minimise food wastage.
- Maintain food safety – Follow appropriate food handling, storage and preparation procedures, including HACCP principles where applicable.
- Support the team – Contribute to a positive, respectful and well-organised kitchen environment.

About You

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or a willingness to work towards this qualification.
- Minimum 1 year’s experience working in a commercial kitchen.
- Experience in kitchen,



catering or food service operations.
- Sound knowledge of secure food handling and food safety practices.
- Understanding of HACCP principles is highly regarded.
- Ability to work effectively within a 7-day rotating roster.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- A current Working with Children Check.
- A current Driver’s Licence.
- A commitment to the values and mission of The Salvation Army.

What we offer

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 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.

Equal Opportunity

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 secure 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.

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.

Why Work with the Salvos?

The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.

Application Deadline

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

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📌 Cook (Mount Isa City)
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📍 Mount Isa City