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Cook
Role summary
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The Cook role requires commercial kitchen experience, food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to follow recipes and portion controls. A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience is commonly preferred. The successful candidate is expected to prepare consistent, high-quality meals, maintain an organised and clean workstation, minimise waste, follow workplace health and safety procedures, and work cooperatively with chefs and front-of-house teams. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is typically required in a resort environment. Reliability, attention to detail, a positive attitude and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods are important.
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and lifestyle properties across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes brands such as Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Mövenpick, Mantra and many others, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor focuses on guest service, responsible tourism, workplace development and creating memorable experiences. In Australia, the company operates properties in metropolitan areas, regional destinations and coastal resorts, offering opportunities across rooms, food and beverage, kitchens, events, engineering and management. Employees may benefit from brand training, internal career pathways and hotel-related travel or accommodation programs, depending on the property and employment terms. The Cook position is likely suited to someone who enjoys a fast-paced resort kitchen and working as part of a diverse hospitality team.