Kitchen Cook Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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chef/cook

at BP Walpole

This is a Contract/Temp job

Walpole, Bunbury & South West WA

$35 – $45 per hour

accommodation by negotiation
subsidised single persons accommodation
no evenings - opportunity for extra hours if wanted

accommodation by negotiation
subsidised single persons accommodation
no evenings - opportunity for extra hours if wanted

We are seeking experienced chef/cook to join our team at Green Eats Café in Walpole, Western Australia to support the overall running of the cafe.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

Featured

This is a featured job

Childcare Cook

at G8 Education Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bowral, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Bambino's Kindergarten Bowral Centre has an opening for a creative cook with a flair for healthy, wholesome and delicious meals.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

Featured

Listed seven days ago

chef/cook

at BP Walpole

This is a Contract/Temp job

Walpole, Bunbury & South West WA

$35 – $45 per hour

accommodation by negotiation
subsidised single persons accommodation
no evenings - opportunity for extra hours if wanted

accommodation by negotiation
subsidised single persons accommodation
no evenings - opportunity for extra hours if wanted

We are seeking experienced chef/cook to join our team at Green Eats Café in Walpole, Western Australia to support the overall running of the cafe.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

chef and kitchen staff

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Lead an exceptional culinary team in CBD Perth. Competitive salary, professional development and Having a chance working in South Perth Restaurant

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

FSA / Cook / Chef | Aged Care | FIFO

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Fantastic rates on offer!! $37 - $74 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Fantastic rates on offer!! $37 - $74 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Showcase your skills in the Aged Care Industry by helping out in the Kitchen! Opportunity to work fulltime hours and travel regional areas of Aus!

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Kitchen Hand

at JRM Hospitality

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$33.12 - $51.75 p.h.

Monday - Friday 38 hours per week ongoing
Award Pay
Weekends & Evenings free

Monday - Friday 38 hours per week ongoing
Award Pay
Weekends & Evenings free

Experienced Kitchen Hand wanted for premium Sydney CBD corporate kitchen. Monday-Friday role with consistent hours and weekly pay.

subClassification: Kitchen & Sandwich HandsKitchen & Sandwich Hands

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Cook / Chef Aged Care - Travel Contract

at Redstone Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

55-110/hr

Fantastic rates on offer!! $50-100 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Fantastic rates on offer!! $50-100 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Showcase your skills in the Aged Care Industry by helping out in the Kitchen! Opportunity to work fulltime hours and travel regional NSW and Victoria.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

20h ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Cook - Active ageing program

at Randstad - Industrial

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Modbury, Adelaide SA

$38 p.h.

Are you a qualified cook who loves giving back to the community? We are seeking a reliable, community-minded Cook to join the Council

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

15h ago

Listed four days ago

Cook

at C&K Childcare and Kindergarten

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Norville, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$32.48 - $37.79 per hour + Super

Nurture children’s love of learning and make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Up to 75% childcare discount
Fixed Term Contract Until December 2026

Nurture children’s love of learning and make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
Up to 75% childcare discount
Fixed Term Contract Until December 2026

Join our team at C&K Walker Street Community Childcare Centre! Work between school hours and enjoy your nights and weekends off!

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Chef Aged Care - Travel Contract

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caboolture, Brisbane QLD

$45 - $74

Fantastic rates on offer!! $45 - $74 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Fantastic rates on offer!! $45 - $74 an hour plus super and penalties!
Range of shifts available including weekends
Explore a range of facilities and find a contract that suits you best!

Showcase your skills in the Aged Care Industry by helping out in the Kitchen! Opportunity to work fulltime hours and travel regional QLD & Australia

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Regional Pub Chef | QLD | Flexible Contracts, Travel Covered, Great Pay

at Squad Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$40 - $56.25

Great rates + full penalty rates for weekends & overtime
Flexible contracts — you choose when you're available
Experienced, trade-qualified chefs only

Great rates + full penalty rates for weekends & overtime
Flexible contracts — you choose when you're available
Experienced, trade-qualified chefs only

Regional QLD needs skilled chefs. Flexible contracts, great hourly rates, all travel and accommodation taken care of. Join Squad.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Chef

at Flexi Staff Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Joondalup, Perth WA

$35 - $40 p.h.

On going roster for the right candidate
Great Team Environment and fast paced
Paid weekly | Rewarding industry | Great pay rate

On going roster for the right candidate
Great Team Environment and fast paced
Paid weekly | Rewarding industry | Great pay rate

Seeking experienced Chefs to work in a fast paced environment. Healthcare experience is preferred, ongoing roster available for the right candidate

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Cafe Chef - Dust Temple // Currumbin

at Iron Chapel Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Currumbin, Gold Coast QLD

$35 – $45 per hour

Genuine work & life balance
No late nights
No excessive overtime

Genuine work & life balance
No late nights
No excessive overtime

30+ hours per week with genuine work & life balance No late nights No excessive overtime Creative, community-driven venue Supportive team

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Kitchen Hand & Cleaners | Aged Care & Hospitals

at Alliance Extra Staff

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

AUD 32 - 57 per hour

Join Alliance Extra Staff Adelaide Kitchen Hands | Food Service Assistants | Catering Attendants Are you looking for variety, flexibility, and

subClassification: HousekeepingHousekeeping

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Chef / Cook

at BLU by Adcorp

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

* Be part of a passionate, close-knit team that loves what they do
* Variety - no two days look the same across their diverse catering offering
* Flexible casual shifts with consistent, reliable work

* Be part of a passionate, close-knit team that loves what they do
* Variety - no two days look the same across their diverse catering offering
* Flexible casual shifts with consistent, reliable work

Come join a quality-focused kitchen team in one of Adelaide's favourite premium boutique catering companies.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Childcare Cook

at G8 Education Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bowral, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Bambino's Kindergarten Bowral Centre has an opening for a creative cook with a flair for healthy, wholesome and delicious meals.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Brisbane Chefs — Casual Work, Great Rates, You Set the Schedule

at Squad Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$40.00 - $56.25

You control your roster — accept shifts that suit you
Great hourly rates + full weekend & overtime penalties
No lock-in contracts — genuine flexibility

You control your roster — accept shifts that suit you
Great hourly rates + full weekend & overtime penalties
No lock-in contracts — genuine flexibility

Work when you want across SEQ. Quality venues — restaurants, hotels, fine dining, pubs & clubs. Great pay, genuine flexibility.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Food Services Assistant

at St Vincent’s Care Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Heathcote, Sydney NSW

Amazing opportunity within a great team.
Care is more than a job to you, its a calling.
Not-for-Profit salary packaging - earn more for doing the job you love.

Amazing opportunity within a great team.
Care is more than a job to you, its a calling.
Not-for-Profit salary packaging - earn more for doing the job you love.

Come and join our amazing team at Heathcote where kindness truly works for us.

subClassification: Kitchen & Sandwich HandsKitchen & Sandwich Hands

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Chef

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mascot, Sydney NSW

AUD 36 - 41 per hour

Experienced Chef
High Volume Catering
Days and Afternoon Shifts Available

Experienced Chef
High Volume Catering
Days and Afternoon Shifts Available

Seeking experienced Chefs for a fast-paced airline catering facility in Mascot- Multiple shifts and ongoing work available.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Stores Assistant

at SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health Network

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woodville, Adelaide SA

$885.30-$894.50 per week+ super + salary packaging

Boost take-home pay with salary packaging and leave loading
Enjoy fitness discounts, free flu shots and wellbeing support
Grow your hospitality career across diverse healthcare sites

Boost take-home pay with salary packaging and leave loading
Enjoy fitness discounts, free flu shots and wellbeing support
Grow your hospitality career across diverse healthcare sites

Bring your food service skills to a supportive team and help deliver quality meals and care every day. Apply now.

subClassification: Kitchen & Sandwich HandsKitchen & Sandwich Hands

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

SA FIFO Chef

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Remote)

Immediate Start
Above award rates, flights, meals and accommodation provided
Work with Australia's Biggest Hospitality & Catering and Mining Companies

Immediate Start
Above award rates, flights, meals and accommodation provided
Work with Australia's Biggest Hospitality & Catering and Mining Companies

FIFO CHEFS WANTED - PICK YOUR ROSTER, COOK UP A CAREER! Join our national team for top-tier clients across WA, QLD, NSW, NT & SA.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Chef at wedding venue

at Alora Macedon

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Gisborne, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC

$60 – $90 per hour

New wedding and event venue seeking contract chef

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Chefs

at Flexi Staff Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Joondalup, Perth WA

$35 - $40 p.h. + plus plenalties

Various locations around Perth
Great team environments
Weekly pay cycle

Various locations around Perth
Great team environments
Weekly pay cycle

Casual rosters available for healthcare sites, including care facilities and hospitals in various locations across Perth

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

16d ago

Listed four days ago

Childcare Cook

at G8 Education Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bowral, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Weekly Pay! 15% Above Award wages with a recent increase
50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Flexible hours to support work life balance!

Bambino's Kindergarten Bowral Centre has an opening for a creative cook with a flair for healthy, wholesome and delicious meals.

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

On-snow Chef De Partie

at Smiggins Hotel and Chalet Apartments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perisher Valley, Tumut, Snowy & Monaro NSW

Ski in / ski out chefs & kitchen hands required with staff accommodation/meals provided.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

17h ago

Listed five days ago

Care Services Assistant

at Bolton Clarke

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deception Bay, Brisbane QLD

$33.80 per hour + 25% casual loading

Salary Packaging and tax benefits of up to $15,900 + $2650 in entertainment
Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2023, 2024, 2025
Casual Monday to Friday as required

Salary Packaging and tax benefits of up to $15,900 + $2650 in entertainment
Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2023, 2024, 2025
Casual Monday to Friday as required

Assist with food prep, engage with residents to provide social support, prepare and set up dining areas, help create a positive dining experience.

subClassification: Kitchen & Sandwich HandsKitchen & Sandwich Hands

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Chef

at Skout Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Koo Wee Rup, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

$36 - $39 p.h. + + penalties + allowances

Mon-Fri | full-time hours | $38.35/hr + penalties + allowances | Showcase your skills for future roles

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Chef

at Flexi Staff Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Joondalup, Perth WA

$35 - $40 p.h.

On going roster for the right candidate
Fast Paced and exciting environment | Rewarding industry
Paid weekly | $35 - $40 per hour | Rostered hours

On going roster for the right candidate
Fast Paced and exciting environment | Rewarding industry
Paid weekly | $35 - $40 per hour | Rostered hours

Seeking qualified chefs with experience in the healthcare industry, fast paced environment. Ongoing roster for the right candidate.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Casual Qualified Childcare Cooks

at Pulse Staffing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Up to $40 p.h. + Plus Superannuation

Pulse Child Care Crew is seeking passionate Qualified Childcare Cooks to join our team across the Inner West and Western Sydney!

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Apprentice Chef

at CatholicCare Social Services Hunter Manning

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle West, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Hands-on training with experienced Head Chef & mentors
Gain café & catering experience while completing apprenticeship
Supportive, community-focused not-for-profit environment

Hands-on training with experienced Head Chef & mentors
Gain café & catering experience while completing apprenticeship
Supportive, community-focused not-for-profit environment

Kickstart your chef career with hands-on café & catering experience, expert mentoring, and a supportive not-for-profit team.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Airline Chef - Asian Cuisine

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mascot, Sydney NSW

$36.93 - $41.36 p.h.

Programmed is looking for Chef with experience in Asian Cuisine, with knowledge in Chinese, Thai Cuisine, etc.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Chef

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Willunga, Adelaide SA

Chef position based in Willunga

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

23d ago•Expiring

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