Food Services Cook

Food Services Cook

St Peters Lutheran College - Indooroopilly

Location: INDOOROOPILLY, QLD

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.84 FTE)

Applications Close: 22 June 2026

St Peters is seeking a an experienced Cook to support our Food Services team, presenting high-quality meals to students and staff on a permanent basis

• Join a dedicated and supportive Food Services team
• Permanent part time opportunity with early starts and finishes
• Term time only with school holidays off

About the Role

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our Food Services team. The Cook plays a vital role in supporting the efficient and high-quality operation of the College's Food Services department, assisting with preparation and cooking of meals and supporting catering tasks safely and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise, produce, and present meals to the highest standard.
• Support the Chef and Chef de Partie in daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and proper storage.
• Be aware of food allergies and special dietary requirements.
• Maintain a positive attitude and a strong commitment to providing healthy and appealing menu options.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills to effectively liaise with colleagues and subordinate staff, ensuring clear and consistent communication.

What You Bring

• Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and a minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably in an education, boarding or institutional setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food hygiene legislation, food safety standards and allergen management.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present nutritious, well-balanced and appealing meals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to the College’s Christian ethos and values.

About Us

St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10 AM on Tuesday 23 June 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact People and Culture on 07 3377 6583 or at peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au

A copy of the Position Description can be found below.

For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au.

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website here. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the Blue Card Services website here.