Chef de Partie - High-Volume Defence Kitchen, Full-Time

Ventia; Shire of Wellington; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE provided

Health & wellbeing programs including,

VenPerks discounts

Veteran Employer of Choice

Job summary

Ventia, partnering with the Australian Defence Force, is seeking a Chef de Partie at RAAF East Sale to join our Defence hospitality team. You will work with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality catering across breakfast, lunch and dinner for a busy Defence operation.

You will lead Kitchen Hands, uphold food safety, and operate commercial equipment in a fast-paced kitchen. Applicants should have Cert III in Commercial Cookery, HACCP Level 2, and 5+ years in a large kitchen; Defence clearance is

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a high-volume commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher is required.
• HACCP Level 2 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present meals to a consistently high standard.
• Support and guide Kitchen Hands and Utility staff.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and compliance requirements.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with large-scale catering requirements and emergency meal services.
• Help maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen operation.
• Work collaboratively to deliver outstanding service outcomes.

Skills

Culinary experience

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Ventia, partnering with the Australian Defence Force, is seeking a Chef de Partie at RAAF East Sale to join our Defence hospitality team. You will work with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality catering across breakfast, lunch and dinner for a busy Defence operation.

You will lead Kitchen Hands, uphold food safety, and operate commercial equipment in a fast-paced kitchen. Applicants should have Cert III in Commercial Cookery, HACCP Level 2, and 5+ years in a large kitchen; Defence clearance is