Cook/homestead Allrounder
Neales River Livestock Oodnadatta, South Australia
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Job Description
We are a beef cattle property in the far north of SA looking for a a cook/homestead all-rounder who is capable and resourceful.
The role includes home style cooking, meal prep from a well structured menu for a small crew (6-8) with the odd occasional day out in the stockcamp.
The role will also include keeping the small kitchen complex, coolroom, pantry clean, presentable and clutter free.
Pantry stock taking and collecting weekly store order from local township (20km)
Servicing guest quarters when required and provide assistance in garden maintenance.
Perfect for someone who is undertaking online study, travelling or just looking for something different. Flexibility in the workplace is available to support study commitments.
Clean and comfortable air-conditioned accomodation is provided. 24 hour power. Unlimited WIFI. Telstra Service. Mail to the door twice a week.
This is a fulltime position with a salary guided by the Pastoral Award hourly rate. Successful individual must be over the age of 21, have a full and valid license. Own transportation would allow for independence to explore the area on days off. Australian residents must be able to provide a current WWCC due to small children on the property.
Postcode: 5734 (Oodnadatta, South Australia)
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Neales River Livestock
Member since: January 2026
This employer uses a nealesriver.com.au email account.
Description:
Neales River Livestock is a large pastoral property located in the Lake Eyre region of northern South Australia. We are a small family business that has been producing grass-fed beef in a free range environment without the use of antibiotics and additional hormones for over 30 years. The property is rich in history that spans thousands of years with its unique landscape, open skies and the abundant flora and fauna that can be found in the area.
Industry:
Farming, Animals & Conservation