Catering Services Officer

Catering Services Officer – Sarina Sugar Shed

Do you love creating delicious food and making people smile? If that sounds like your kind of day, we’d love to hear from you. Mackay Regional Council is looking for a friendly and energetic Café & Catering Star to join the team at the Sarina Sugar Shed. In this permanent part-time role, you’ll help keep the café buzzing and catered events running smoothly by serving food and drinks, offering warm hospitality, and creating memorable experiences for every visitor.

About You

You are a reliable and adaptable team player with strong experience in food and beverage service who is ready to step up and take ownership in a café environment. You take pride in your work, enjoy delivering positive customer experiences, and are confident making decisions during fast-paced service.

You will bring:

• Previous experience in Barista, food and beverage preparation for cafés and/or catered events
• Experience with inventory control and stock rotation
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• A positive attitude and the ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and a commitment to hygiene and safety standards

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate
• Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence (or interstate equivalent – transferable within 3 months)
• Availability to work a roster including some evenings and weekends

Desirable

• Queensland First Aid certificate
• Qualifications in commercial cookery, kitchen operations or hospitality
• Computer Skills and experience using POS systems such as SwiftPOS

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain an exemplary standard of kitchen and café hygiene
• Prepare food and beverage items in line with customer orders and menu requirements
• Assist with the development and preparation of menu items for onsite catered events
• Deliver food and beverages while providing a high standard of customer service
• Support the smooth operation of café and catering services during service periods
• Assist with purchasing, invoicing and stock management through the POS system
• Monitor stock levels, labour and materials to support cost efficiencies
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene

Why Join Us?

• Base hourly rate of $32.00
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (pro-rata)
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
• Active Social Clubs

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to bring your energy, hospitality skills and friendly smile to the Sarina Sugar Shed, we’d love to hear from you. Don’t wait too long—applications may close earlier than expected, so send through your cover letter and resume today.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Talent and Onboarding Team by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing) and a criminal history check.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.

Sarina Sugar Shed

Permanent Part Time