Chef

Compass Group Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts and wellbeing program

Skill development and career pathways

School hours balance

Training and development programs

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Newington College is seeking a full-time Chef to join their team at Stanmore, Sydney. The role focuses on bulk cooking for students with a Monday–Friday schedule to support work-life balance.

The ideal candidate holds a Cert. III in Commercial Cookery, has bulk cooking and team supervision experience, and can manage allergens and food safety while delivering nutritious meals for students.

Qualifications

• Must have Cert. III in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience with bulk cooking and supervising a team preferred.
• Strong allergen management and food safety knowledge.
• Passionate about healthy, nutritious food.
• Reliable, adaptable, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals daily for students.
• Assist with functions and events throughout the year.
• Monitor stock and minimize wastage while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Deliver healthy meal choices and guidance to students.
• Work independently and as part of a team, with bulk cooking experience.

Skills

Bulk cooking

Team supervision

Allergen management

Food safety

Education

Cert. III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Full Time- Chef

$34.00 + 12% Super

Newington College is seeking a full‑time Chef to join their team. Are you an experienced chef with a background in bulk cooking, ready for your next opportunity? Looking for a role that offers a Monday–Friday schedule and better work-life balance? This could be the perfect fit for you!

• Work–life balance focused roster: Monday to Friday
• School holidays off: Enjoy quality time with family and friends
• Location: Newington College- Stanmore

THE POSITION

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals daily for students
• Assist with functions and events throughout the year
• Monitor stock and minimize wastage while maintaining hygiene standards
• Deliver healthy meal choices and guidance to students
• Work independently and as part of a team, with bulk cooking experience

THE PERSON

• Minimum Cert. III in Commercial Cookery
• Current Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain
• Experience with bulk cooking and supervising a team preferred
• Strong understanding of allergen management and food safety
• Passionate about healthy, nutritious food
• Reliable, adaptable, and team-oriented

THE BENEFITS

• Access to 100+ retail discounts and employee wellbeing programs
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression within Compass Group
• Work largely within school hours to balance work and family life
• Clear career paths with guidance and support to achieve goals
• Access to a wide variety of training and development programs
• Positive, supportive work environment