Cooks for hire in Darwin, Northern Territory
Find cooks who prepare diverse meals, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and possess skills in food safety, time management, and teamwork. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Darwin, Northern Territory to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
584
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
Food Preparation9%Customer Service6%Food Safety6%Education level
Bachelor's degree44%Vocational or technical training33%High school diploma or GED14%Years of experience
Less than a year25%1-2 years13%3-5 years33%Current company
Aussie snacks61461480210 Work Experience N O VALH’s TavernTime at current job
Less than a year41%1-2 years11%2-5 years41%
Browse Indeed's database of 584 profiles for Cooks in Darwin, Northern Territory
Last updated: 19 Aug 2026
Cook: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Darwin, Northern Territory: $66,795 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $55,594 – $80,253 yearly
*Indeed data (AU)
Prep Cook
Darwin, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationOchre CardCertificate IIIManagementRSA+3 moreSkills
Food PreparationCookingKitchen ExperienceMedication AdministrationLeadershipMentoringFront of House Staff
Karama, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
Kitchen ManagementCulinary ArtsCertificate IVFood Handling CertificateCertificate IIIDiploma+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsManagementKnife SkillsCookingFood SafetyTime ManagementCook
Coconut Grove, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationFood Handling CertificateCPR CertificationRSASkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementADLsMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelDisability Support Worker
Coconut Grove, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety Supervisors CertificateDriver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationManual HandlingSkills
Communication SkillsEnglishChef
Darwin, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
White CardDriver LicenceManual Driver LicenceRSASkills
Food PreparationKitchen ExperienceHospital ExperienceCustomer ServiceFood SafetyMenu PlanningCook to Order
Tiwi, Northern Territory
Licenses & certifications
Driver LicenceLR LicenceHR LicenceMR LicenceSkills
Cooking
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
Standard
- 30 contacts per month
- 100 contacts per month
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
See how Smart Sourcing helps you find candidates in seconds

Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Browse by skills
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally




Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
What's the average time to fill a cook role?
The average time to fill a cook role is 80 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do cooks tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a cook include: food preparation, customer service and food safety.
What licenses or certifications are common for a cook?
Common licenses or certifications for cooks include: Driver Licence, RSA and Food Handling Certificate.
What are some job titles related to cooks?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to cooks include: cook to order, disability support worker and prep cook.
What level of education is common for a cook?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a cook in Darwin, Northern Territory, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a cook?
Most cooks have 2 years of professional experience.
Browse related occupations
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply
