Chef - EGCC

Chef - EGCC

Closing date: 5/10/2026 5:00 PM W. Australia Standard Time

Location: Eastern Goldfields Community Centre

Department: Advocacy and Strategy

Employment type: Part Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us.

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

• Be a clean and green city
• Be a place people call home
• Have facilities and services for everyone
• Encourage and support economic development and diversification
• Be a quality employer.

Starting from: $86,477.26 pro rata

Chef Permanent Part-Time | Level 6

Primarily based at the Eastern Goldfields Community Centre

More Than a Chef. A Vital Part of the Community

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking an experienced and community-minded Chef to coordinate kitchen operations and deliver high-quality meals, catering and food services at the Eastern Goldfields Community Centre.

At the heart of this role is the Centre’s In-Centre Meals program, along with catering support for community programs, events and functions. You will plan and prepare seasonal menus, maintain high standards of food quality and safety, coordinate kitchen staff, manage stock and suppliers and help create a welcoming dining experience for the community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Chef who enjoys working with people, leading a small kitchen team and using their culinary skills to make a genuine contribution to the local community.

About the role

Reporting to the Coordinator Community Services, you will be responsible for:

• Planning, preparing, cooking and presenting seasonal menus for the In Centre Meals program, events and functions
• Costing menus and supporting the efficient use of fresh ingredients
• Coordinating kitchen staff, including training and rostering
• Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and customer service
• Managing food ordering, stock control and stocktakes
• Liaising with suppliers, coordinating deliveries and resolving supply issues
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
• Maintaining temperature records, cleaning processes and opening and closing procedures
• Working closely with City staff to coordinate catering for programs, bookings, events and community activities
• Supporting kitchen operations across other City facilities when required.

The position has direct supervisory responsibility for the Cook and Kitchen Hands and is primarily based at the Eastern Goldfields Community Centre, with support provided across other City facilities as required.

About you

You will be an organised and practical kitchen professional who can work autonomously, lead others and maintain high standards in a busy community-service environment.

To be successful, you will bring:

• A relevant qualification in hospitality, commercial cookery, food handling or menu planning
• A minimum of three years’ demonstrated experience working as a Chef
• Experience with menu preparation, menu costing and stock ordering
• Strong food hygiene and workplace health and safety knowledge
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively to deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to lead a team while also working collaboratively
• Initiative, sound judgement and practical problem-solving skills
• A Food Safety Supervisor skill set certificate
• A Senior First Aid certificate
• A current satisfactory National Police Clearance
• A current Western Australian C Class driver’s licence.

Why join the City?

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder manages a diverse range of contemporary community facilities and delivers programs, events and services that contribute directly to the wellbeing of the community.

Ready to apply?

If you are passionate about producing quality food, leading effective kitchen operations and contributing to a valued community service, we would welcome your application.

Applications close: Monday 5 October 2026

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful and safe workplace.

Values

• Accountability - We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments.
• Collaboration - We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals.
• Teamwork - We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together.
• Respect - We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships.
• Integrity- We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do.
• Transparency - We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust.
• Excellence - We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:
 

• Salary sacrificing
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Free Parking
• Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
• $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
• Rebated childcare offered
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.