
Camp Chef | FIFO Mining & Exploration Camps | Australia
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Brisbane, Australia
To Be Determined
full time
Oil & Gas CampHousing ProvidedMeals IncludedUniform ProvidedFlights Paid
About the Position
Location: FIFO from Brisbane & Adelaide, Australia 🇦🇺
Employment Type: Full-Time
Roster: 3 Weeks On / 3 Weeks Off
Cook in Some of Australia's Most Remote & Spectacular Landscapes
Desert City is seeking experienced Camp Chefs to join its growing FIFO operations across remote Australia.
If you're looking for a rewarding FIFO lifestyle with excellent pay, equal-time rosters, and the opportunity to work in Australia's rugged outback, this is an outstanding opportunity. You'll prepare hearty, high-quality meals for crews working in remote exploration and mining operations while enjoying three full weeks off between swings.
Desert City is a rapidly growing Australian company that values its people, encourages career progression, and provides a supportive team environment.
ChefJobs Abroad Analysis
FIFO camp cooking continues to be one of Australia's best opportunities for chefs seeking high earning potential and an unbeatable work-life balance. A 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off roster means you spend half the year working and half the year completely off, making this role ideal for chefs who enjoy travel, adventure, or simply more time at home.
With above-award wages, flights, accommodation, meals, and uniforms all provided, this role allows chefs to save significantly while gaining valuable experience in Australia's resource sector.
Best Fit For
This role is perfect for chefs who:
Have previous camp, mining, FIFO, or remote hospitality experience
Enjoy preparing fresh, hearty meals for hardworking crews
Thrive in remote environments
Want long periods of time off between rosters
Are organised, adaptable, and safety-focused
Enjoy working as part of a close-knit team
Key Responsibilities
Prepare breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and takeaway meals
Bake fresh bread, desserts, and cakes from scratch
Maintain high food quality and presentation standards
Support the Camp Manager with daily kitchen operations
Adapt menus based on customer feedback
Maintain food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards
Assist with general camp duties when required
Drive between remote work locations as needed
Requirements
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
- Previous commercial cooking experience
- Australian work rights
- Full Manual Australian Driver Licence
- National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Oil & Gas Industry Safety Induction (ISI or DCGI) (or willingness to obtain)
- Current 4WD Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, physical assessment, and drug & alcohol screening
Benefits
- Above-award hourly rates
- Excellent FIFO roster – 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off
- Flights provided from Brisbane or Adelaide
- All accommodation and meals supplied while on site
- Uniforms provided
- Transport to and from site included
- Career progression with a fast-growing Australian company
- Work in some of Australia's most remote, rugged, and spectacular locations
- Supportive team culture with long-term employment opportunities
Required Languages
English
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Posted 7/8/2026
