Are you passionate about food? Do you thrive in a rapid-paced airport environment? If so, we want YOU to be part of our world-class marhaba Lounge team as a Chef, proudly operated by dnata Airport Services at Melbourne Airport!

This is a full-time position working on a rotating 7-day roster, with shifts operating between 3:00am and 1:00am. Flexibility to work across a variety of shift times, including early morning and late-night shifts, is essential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Preparing and cooking of meals/food at the lounge
- Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
- Cook food in various utensils or grillers
- Check food while cooking to stir or turn
- Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
- Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Check quality of ingredients
- Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

What We’re Looking For:

- Entry level with 1+ year experience as a cook/chef
- Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware




- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
- Appropriate qualification/certificates an advantage
- Flexible and willing attitude, strong written communication and customer service skills
- Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation
- A working understanding of food safety standards, Current RSA Certificate is a must
- You will require a security check to be able to successfully receive an ASIC Pass as a condition of successful employment
- Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with unrestricted working rights in Australia

What you will receive as an employee:

- Award Rate Salary.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement.
- Comprehensive training and induction program.
- Access to staff discounts.

Please note - To be considered for this position applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Join marhaba Lounge and be part of a team that creates memorable experiences for travellers every day!

📌 marhaba Lounge Chef (Melbourne Airport)
🏢 dnata
📍 Melbourne Airport