Chef

Compass Group Pty Limited; Nowra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late nights

Full-time opportunities

Career development

On-site parking

Meals provided

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking experienced Chefs for full-time roles at HMAS Albatross (Nowra) and HMAS Creswell (Jervis Bay). The positions focus on bulk cooking with stable rosters and strong work-life balance within Defence hospitality environments.

Ideal candidates have bulk catering experience, HACCP knowledge, and a commitment to food safety and quality. Opportunities for career growth and on-site support are available.

Qualifications

• Cert III in Commercial Cookery required or equivalent.
• Experience in large commercial kitchens or bulk catering environments.
• HACCP knowledge, food safety and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Support stock control, deliveries and kitchen operations.
• Ensure food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Provide professional customer service during meal periods.
• Work as part of a kitchen team to deliver consistent service.

Skills

Experience in bulk catering

HACCP knowledge

Attention to quality & presentation

Reliable and team-focused

Defence clearance ability

Police check eligibility

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

CHEF – FULL TIME

Full-Time Opportunities | No Late Nights | Career Growth

• Full-time Chef opportunities available at HMAS Albatross (Nowra) and HMAS Creswell (Jervis Bay)
• Bulk cooking in structured and supportive environments
• Stable rosters with excellent work-life balance

ESS Defence provides food service and hospitality support to Defence sites across Australia. We deliver high quality meals that support the wellbeing of Australian Defence Force personnel.

We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our teams at HMAS Albatross, Nowra and HMAS Creswell, Jervis Bay. These roles are ideal for chefs with bulk cooking experience who are looking for stability, structured rosters and opportunities to grow their careers within a supportive team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare high-quality buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and functions
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, deliveries and kitchen operations
• Ensure food quality, presentation and portion control
• Provide professional customer service during meal periods
• Work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team to deliver consistent service

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in large commercial kitchens or bulk catering environments
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and presentation
• Reliable, organised and team-focused approach
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

BENEFITS

• No late nights or split shifts
• Stable full-time opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs
• Career development opportunities within Compass Group
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
• Work across unique Defence hospitality environments

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check and Defence clearance.

We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you need adjustments or another communication method during the process please contact 1300TALENT or [e-mail].

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. We also welcome applications from Veterans and Defence family members.