Be Part of Something Big at Sunshine Coast Airport!
At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!
The Role:
Following our successful tender win at Sunshine Coast Airport we are embarking on the delivery of six large scale Food & Beverage venues that will be progressively developed over the next 12 months. As a result, we are building a brand-new Food & Beverage team to support what will become our largest F&B footprint to date.
Over the next 12 months we will be bringing to life a diverse portfolio of food and beverage concepts, including:
- An all-day Bar & Dining destination showcasing an extensive range of locally sourced produce.
- An Asian QSR concept featuring in house made dumplings and fresh sushi.
- An Elevated Burger QSR complemented by an innovative self-serve pay by weight dessert bar.
- A Premium Salad & Health Bar focused on fresh ingredients and 100% product traceability.
- Multiple Coffee and Café concepts offering quality coffee alongside a curated range of grab and go items
We are recruiting over 12 BOH Team Members across a range of the below roles to join us in this exciting new chapter.
- Cooks
- Chefs
- Production Chefs
- Sushi Chefs
- Kitchen Managers
As our core Back of House Team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality food across multiple new venues.
What You’ll Do:
✅ Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and presentation standards
✅ Assist with food prep, portioning, and stock rotation
✅ Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene
✅ Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
✅ Work collaboratively with chefs and front-of-house teams
✅ Ensure compliance with Food Safety, WHS, and airport regulations
What We’re Looking For:
✅ Experience in a commercial kitchen or food production environment (preferred)
✅ Passion for food quality and teamwork
✅ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
✅ Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
✅ Food Safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
✅ Ability to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card)
Perks & Benefits:
🚗 Parking – Based on location we offer free/subsidised airport parking for our employees
✈️ Dynamic Airport Environment – Work where no two days are the same
🛍️ Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
🚀 Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
👨👩👧 Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
🎁 Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
💆♀️ Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
🤝 Employee Assistance Program - Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it
We Value Diversity & Inclusion
At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.
Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.
📢 APPLY NOW and let’s make travel retail magic together!