Job description

Canex has an opportunity for 10 Casual Kitchenhand/Cooks to work in Rockhampton & Surrounding Regions, Queensland

The roles can vary and you could be tasked with : -Assist chefs with basic food preparation

  • Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food prep areas
  • Dispose of rubbish and recycling appropriately
  • Follow food safety and hygiene standards
  • Assist with receiving and storing deliveries
  • Support the kitchen team during busy service periods

For this exciting role you must have a good level of physical fitness, as you are often on your feet and active for the majority of your shift.

Requirements:

  • Ready and able to work long shifts (11+ hours a day)
  • Be flexible in your approach to work
  • A great attitude with your work
  • Be neat in tidy
  • Be able to work alone or part of a team.

You will be required to work an average of 30 hours per week.

The term of work will be from August 2026 to August 2027

You will be paid either under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [MA000009], General Retail Industry Award [MA000004] or the Restaurant Industry Award [MA000119]

  • The work will range in pay from an ordinary rate of Introductory, Levels 1 to 4 - $33.05/hr up to $36+/hr
  • Working hours will vary from anywhere from 6am to 11pm, 7 days per week.
  • Overtime rates will be paid where applicable
  • Upskilling & additional allowances may also be paid if you were trained in extra tasks.

In order to be considered please provide a cover letter. Applications must address the selection criteria and experience. Please state your right to work in Australia - E.g. Are you an Australian Citizen or Resident, or are you the holder of a valid Working Visa? Applicants must have two recent professional referees with a contact phone number provided. Applications which fail to address the selection criteria will not be considered.

Work Location will be:

  • Rockhampton & Surrounding Regions, Queensland

How to Apply:

Apply via emailing:

Please ensure you put the Reference number Ref # LMT- 2351946452 in the subject line.

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 05 Aug, 2026
  • Category: Hospitality
  • Vacancy: 10
  • Job type: Casual
  • Salary: Award
  • Location: Rockhampton City, QLD 4700
  • Job Nature: Casual

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