Catering Assistant

Compass Group Pty Limited; Canberra; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Learn from chefs

Growth opportunities

Be part of a global organisation

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited in Canberra is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to support kitchen and service teams. You will assist in preparing, cooking and presenting meals with care, while delivering warm customer service and handling till transactions in a fast-paced setting.

The role offers flexible roster options, casual loading and opportunities to learn from chefs and hospitality professionals across sites.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable and customer focused.
• Previous experience in Catering Assistant role and food handling.
• Organised and adaptable with confidence in busy settings.
• Enjoys teamwork and learning new skills.
• Able to obtain a National Police Check and a Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Willing to get DCAC pass to work our defence sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh, delicious meals with passion and care.
• Provide warm and friendly customer service, creating a positive dining experience.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while operating the till to take orders and process transactions.
• Work collaboratively with a dynamic team to ensure smooth kitchen and service operations.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and follow proper food handling practices.
• Support healthy eating initiatives by catering to allergens and dietary requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food handling

Organised

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Catering Assistant – Casual | ACT

• $27.09 + 25% Casual Loading
• Monday to Friday, daytime shifts (some evenings)
• Supportive and inclusive team culture

At Compass Group, we create quality food experiences and genuine service across workplaces, schools, venues and airports. Joining our ACT casual pool gives you flexibility, variety and a supportive team while you build strong hospitality skills.

The Position:

• Assist in preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh, delicious meals with passion and care.
• Provide warm and friendly customer service, creating a positive dining experience.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while operating the till to take orders and process transactions.
• Work collaboratively with a dynamic team to ensure smooth kitchen and service operations.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and follow proper food handling practices.
• Support healthy eating initiatives by catering to allergens and dietary requirements.

The Person:

• Friendly, reliable and customer focused
• Previous experience in Catering Assistant role and food handling
• Organised and adaptable with confidence in busy settings
• Enjoys teamwork and learning new skills
• Able to obtain a National Police Check and a Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Willing to get DCAC pass to work our defence sites

The Benefits:

• Build your own roster with flexible shifts
• Weekly pay at above-award rates
• Learn from chefs and hospitality professionals across many sites
• Develop versatile skills and explore long-term growth opportunities
• Be part of one of the world's most trusted catering organisations

If you’re passionate about food, enjoy working as part of a busy kitchen team, and want to be part of a company that values people and community, we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative communication methods during the recruitment process, please reach out to us on 1300TALENT or [e-mail].

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disability. We also encourage applications from Veterans, ex-Defence, and Defence family members.