Chef

dnata catering and retail; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free onsite parking

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and progression

Discounts at retailers

Novated leasing

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

dnata catering & retail in Adelaide is hiring a full-time Chef to join our team delivering high-quality inflight dining experiences for leading airlines. You will work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, preparing bulk hot and cold dishes and ensuring consistent quality.

Requirements include Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and 2+ years of chef experience, with full working rights in Australia. Availability for weekends and public holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher).
• 2+ years’ chef experience.
• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook bulk hot and cold dishes following menu specifications.
• Maintain portion control and minimise waste.
• Uphold HACCP and all food safety policies.
• Coordinate catering staff to meet production schedules.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Attention to detail

Strong knife skills

Basic computer skills

Weekend availability

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Start your journey with dnata catering & retail, where the sky is the limit.

About Us
Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia’s leading inflight catering and retail partner. We support many of the world’s most recognised airlines, delivering award‑winning meals and exceptional service that create memorable inflight dining experiences for thousands of travelers each day.

A day in the life of aChef
Join our Adelaide team as a full-timeChef and play a key role in delivering an exceptional in-flight dining experience for some of the world’s leading 5-star airlines. Key responsibilities include:

• Working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Preparing and cooking a variety of bulk hot and cold dishes, following menu specifications and ensuring consistent quality.
• Using advanced knife skills and food preparation equipment efficiently, maintaining portion control and minimising waste.
• Conducting quality checks and upholding all food safety, safety, and hygiene policies, including HACCP.
• Coordinating catering staff and other team members to deliver to production schedules.
• Demonstrating basic computer skills for administrative tasks.

See our Chefs in action HERE

About You

• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, incl. National Police Check and medical assessment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher).
• 2+ years’ chef experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specifications.
• Availability to work shifts (including weekends and public holidays) and to stand for extended periods.
• Food hygiene and HACCP knowledge (desirable).

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave and competitive pay rates.
• Free onsite parking, meals and uniforms.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
• Career development and progression supported by dedicated training.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing and wellbeing resources.

At dnata, we value an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

The Recruitment process includes interviews, health checks, reference and criminal history checks, and verification of working rights. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information on careers at dnata catering & retail please visit

www.dnatacateringcareers.com.au