Chef

Compass Group Pty Limited; Bendigo; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Above award wages

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking a Line Chef to support bulk catering operations at a mining accommodation village. The role involves collaborative work with Chefs and Dining Room staff, delivering buffet-style meals for large volumes and ensuring safe food handling and OH&S compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Cert III in Commercial Cookery with bulk catering experience and familiarity with rosters in remote locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Cert III in Commercial Cookery.
• Bulk catering experience.
• Experience in remote locations on roster arrangements (desirable).
• Experience with hygienic work practices and HACCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with a team of Chefs and Kitchen staff.
• Bulk buffet-style cooking for Breakfast and Crib Lunch, or Dinner and Desserts.
• Ensure OH&S compliance and safe food handling procedures.
• Minimise wastage and maintain high food hygiene standards.
• Support Head Chefs with team performance and development.

Skills

Bulk catering experience

Remote location experience

Team collaboration

Education

Cert III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

ESS provides multi-service capability to major companies and organisations operating in remote sites, gold mines and coal fields. We provide vital workplace support for people working in some of the most isolated terrains in the world, from oil rigs in the North Sea to gold mines in the Australian Outback.

We have exciting opportunities for trade qualified Chefs to work at our mining accommodation village at Spring Gully in the Surat Basin region.

Roster is 14 days on 7 days off, working 10 hour days. This role is FIFO ex Brisbane or DIDO ex Toowoomba and surrounds. Locals are encouraged to apply.

Flights, accommodation and meals provided.

These positions requires bulk cooking experience within a high-volume environment. As an ESS Line Chef you will ensure we deliver high quality catering and support services to our client. Your passion for exceptional customer service, genuine commitment to safety and ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team are essential for you to succeed in this role.

The Role

• Work collaboratively with a team of Chefs, Kitchen Utilities and Dining Room employees
• Buffet style bulk cooking for Breakfast and Crib Lunch, or Dinner and Desserts
• Ensure OH&S compliance, adhering to safe work practices and food handling procedures
• Ensure all catering controls are in place, and wastage is kept to the minimum
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, infection control and cleanliness in accordance with Compass standards
• Assist Head Chefs in managing team performance and employee development

The Person

• Minimum Cert III in Commercial Cookery
• Bulk Catering Experience
• Experience working in remote locations on roster arrangements (desirable)
• Excellent knowledge of all kitchen procedures and operations
• Experience in menu writing, rostering and cost control
• Experience with hygienic work practices and appropriate HACCP guidelines

The Benefits

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits;

• Paid parental leave
• Multiple salary packaging options to make your dollar go further
• Easy access to 100+ retail discounts
• Opportunity to learn new skills and move to different internal roles
• Above award wages
• A chance to join an ecologically and socially forward operation