Chef / Cook

Compass Group Pty Limited; Port Stephens Council; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured roster

Training and career development

On-site parking

Uniforms and meals provided

Employee discounts

Supportive and structured team

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited at RAAF Williamtown (Newcastle region) seeks an experienced Chef to join a fast-paced kitchen delivering bulk buffet service for breakfast and lunch, with potential for dinner service. The role operates across a 7-day roster, with structured shifts and strong work-life balance, plus training and career growth opportunities.

Full-time position requiring a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Experience in bulk cooking and à la carte service.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner and functions.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Support stock control, inventory and kitchen organisation.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation and service.
• Work both autonomously and as part of a professional kitchen team.

Skills

Bulk cooking

A la carte service

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Allergen management

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Defence clearance

Police check

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Tools

National Police Check

Defence clearance

Job description

CHEF – FULL TIME – RAAF WILLIAMTOWN (NEWCASTLE REGION)

Structured Roster | No Split Shifts | Career Growth

• Full-time Chef role at RAAF Williamtown
• Buffet meal service supporting breakfast and lunch, or lunch and dinner service
• Structured roster with strong work-life balance
• Opportunity to work across a variety of kitchen services

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.

Are you a passionate Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys creating exceptional food experiences?

We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our team at RAAF Williamtown. This role is ideal for chefs who enjoy bulk cooking, consistent service delivery and working in a structured and supportive environment.

As this is a 7-day operation, all meal services require coverage and roster patterns reflect operational requirements. Training will be provided across all service areas, and successful candidates will need to be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare high-quality buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner and functions
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, inventory and kitchen organisation
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation and service
• Work both autonomously and as part of a professional kitchen team

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in commercial kitchens with bulk cooking and à la carte service
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Reliable, team-focused and safety-conscious
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

ROSTER & HOURS

• Full-time stable employment
• No split shifts
• 5 days on, 2 days off roster
• Hours of operation: 5:30am – 7:30pm Monday to Friday
• Hours of operation: 7:00am – 7:30pm weekends and public holidays
• Rosters will include weekday, weekend and public holiday coverage as required by operational needs

BENEFITS

• Structured roster supporting work-life balance
• Training and career development opportunities
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Supportive and structured team environment

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.