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Head Chef

Requisition ID:  3474
Department:  Tourism and Hospitality
Work Type:  On-site
Application Close Date:  24th May 2026

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

We are Intrepid

We are Intrepid
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

Join one of Australia’s most immersive outback locations as our Head Chef at Arkaba, where food is not just a part of the journey, it’s a highlight. This is an opportunity to lead a kitchen that strives to be exceptional, through quality, creativity and connection to place. Working in a breathtaking location, you’ll be responsible for crafting seasonal menus which celebrate local, ethical produce and give back to the community, whilst delivering memorable dining experiences which guests won’t forget. 

 

This role will lead kitchen operations, from designing menus to managing supplier partnerships, cost control and food safety standards. You will lead and mentor a high-performance team to curate an engaged, collaborative culture where people can thrive and every dish reflects the premium experience Arkaba is known for, whilst working closely with the front of house team to deliver a seamless, elevated service.  

 

This role would suit an experienced culinary leader who thrives in a dynamic, hands on environment and has a passion for sustainability, storytelling through food and creating exceptional guest moments. With a strong background in kitchen management, commercial acumen and a commitment to quality, you’ll play a key role in shaping the dining experience at Arkaba, bringing a flair of creativity, leadership and a deep respect for local produce to every plate.  

 

This full-time, permanent position is based on-site in the breathtaking Flinders Ranges of South Australia. 

 

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: 

 

  • Experience as a hands-on Head Chef or Sous Chef with a background in high end restaurants 

  • Excellent technical knowledge and experience in varied cooking techniques  

  • In depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards  

  • Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure  

  • Strong leadership and people management skills 

  • Ability to manage budgets, inventory and kitchen schedules effectively  

  • Passion for delivering high quality food and memorable guest experiences 
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

Join one of Australia’s most immersive outback locations as our Head Chef at Arkaba, where food is not just a part of the journey, it’s a highlight. This is an opportunity to lead a kitchen that strives to be exceptional, through quality, creativity and connection to place. Working in a breathtaking location, you’ll be responsible for crafting seasonal menus which celebrate local, ethical produce and give back to the community, whilst delivering memorable dining experiences which guests won’t forget. 

 

This role will lead kitchen operations, from designing menus to managing supplier partnerships, cost control and food safety standards. You will lead and mentor a high-performance team to curate an engaged, collaborative culture where people can thrive and every dish reflects the premium experience Arkaba is known for, whilst working closely with the front of house team to deliver a seamless, elevated service.  

 

This role would suit an experienced culinary leader who thrives in a dynamic, hands on environment and has a passion for sustainability, storytelling through food and creating exceptional guest moments. With a strong background in kitchen management, commercial acumen and a commitment to quality, you’ll play a key role in shaping the dining experience at Arkaba, bringing a flair of creativity, leadership and a deep respect for local produce to every plate.  

 

This full-time, permanent position is based on-site in the breathtaking Flinders Ranges of South Australia. 

 

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: 

 

  • Experience as a hands-on Head Chef or Sous Chef with a background in high end restaurants 

  • Excellent technical knowledge and experience in varied cooking techniques  

  • In depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards  

  • Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure  

  • Strong leadership and people management skills 

  • Ability to manage budgets, inventory and kitchen schedules effectively  

  • Passion for delivering high quality food and memorable guest experiences 

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.
Application Close Date:  24th May 2026

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