Council’s objective for this service is to ensure the utilisation of the Flinders Discovery Centre Cafe for the Flinders community, serving a range of meals, meeting market demands.

It is intended that the successful operation of the Flinders Discovery Centre Cafe will:

• Provide the community and visitors with a quality dining experience, specifically including the service of hot and cold meals, snacks, refreshments and beverages in a well-managed venue meeting the community and visitor expectations;

• Be open and accountable to the public and Council in respect to the cafe and restaurant’s operation;

• Provide opportunities for the Council and the operator to work together to provide the best possible outcome for the community;

• At all times maintain high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in the preparation, handling and serving of food and beverages and in the use and maintenance of fittings, utensils and equipment and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements;

• Provide a venue and food-business that may be engaged for private functions held within the Flinders Discovery Centre;

• Support a hospitality training environment; and

• Comply in all respects of a formal agreement between the operator and Council. 

Procurement process:

• A completed expression of interest form is to be submitted to Director of Community Services and Wellbeing (dcsw@flinders.qld.gov.au) by Sunday 18 August 2024.

• Expressions of interest will be reviewed and suitable applicants will be invited to complete additional tender information, including submitting business proposal, copies of insurances, and other due diligence requirements.

• For more information about this opportunity or to request a site visit, contact Barbra Smith, Director of Community Services and Wellbeing on 07 4741 2900 or dcsw@flinders.qld.gov.au