Harvest Cook / Housekeeper | Holbrook NSW

Job Description

Geddes Pastoral is looking for a Harvest Cook / Housekeeper to join our family-run mixed farming business near Holbrook in southern NSW.

With harvest and shearing happening at the same time, we need someone who can prepare hearty meals for the harvest crew, keep the kitchen and shared areas tidy, and lend a hand with other practical jobs as needed. This is a temporary role for the harvest period.

Property Type

Farm (Mixed)

Property Description

We are a respected, family run, mixed farming business located near Holbrook in southern NSW. We specialise in high rainfall sheep and cropping systems with cattle trading as a seasonal opportunity. We run 14000 plus merino and composite ewes, crop 800ha and can trade large numbers of cattle annually depending on the season. Our aim is to run a profitable progressive business that balances production, animal welfare, sustainable land management, innovation and the happiness and career development of our staff.

Holbrook is a vibrant rural town in Southern NSW. It has a strong sporting community including football, netball, tennis, cricket and polocrosse/campdrafting clubs and a large gym facility. There are many active community groups. It is well serviced with a local supermarket, doctors, hospital, great cafes and an award winning Pub. Schooling includes 2 primary schools and access to multiple senior school options. Holbrook is within 50 min of Albury and Wagga.

Start Date

Hiring Now

Working Holiday Visa/ Sponsorship applicants considered:

Yes

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare meals for the harvest crew.

  • Keep the kitchen and shared areas clean and organised.

  • Keep track of supplies and let the team know what needs topping up.

  • Adjust meal timing around the crew’s work schedule and help with other practical duties as needed.

Job Requirements

  • Confident preparing meals for a group and managing the kitchen independently.

  • Good food hygiene and an organised approach to cooking and housekeeping.

  • Reliable and flexible when harvest plans change.

  • Previous experience cooking for a farm, station or work crew would be well regarded.

Job Benefits

  • Temporary harvest work with a family-run farming business near Holbrook.

  • Pay, accommodation and expected finish date to be discussed with applicants.

Application Details

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PLEASE NOTE:

  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas jobseekers.

  • Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.

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