Cook – Pub-Style Meals

About us

Tilmouth Well Roadhouse is an iconic outback oasis located 200 km northwest of Alice Springs along the Tanami Road, on the edge of Napperby Station. We provide essential fuel, food and accommodation for travellers, contractors and local communities. Our facilities include motel rooms, contractor accommodation, powered and unpowered camping sites, a licensed restaurant, takeaway food, swimming pool and general store. Clayton's Restaurant offers genuine outback dining, featuring hearty meals and local seasonal produce—from substantial Tanami breakfasts and light lunches to delicious dinners and desserts.

About the role

We are looking for a reliable, energetic and hands-on Cook to join our roadhouse kitchen. The role involves preparing and serving classic pub-style meals in a busy outback environment.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking pub-style meals, including schnitzels, burgers, steaks and fish
• Taking charge and delivering without constant direction/supervision
• Delivery of functions up to 50 people
• Stock rotation
• Construct menus
• Working within budget
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene, including deep cleaning of fridges and freezers
• Lead and train kitchen hand staff

About you

• Have good English communication skills
• Have a minimum of 12 months kitchen experience as a cook
• Be reliable, energetic and willing to work as part of a close-knit team
• Be capable of active, hands-on duties, including lifting up to 20 kg
• Bring a positive attitude
• Be ready to relocate to the Northern Territory

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Full-time hours available
• Accommodation and all meals provided
• A supportive, close-knit team
• The opportunity to earn and save money while experiencing outback life