Eastern-Style Head Chef | FIFO, Meals & Accommodation

Compass Group Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Accommodation provided

Uniforms provided

Culinary leadership training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking a FIFO Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in Sydney, delivering high standards of food quality and service. The role involves guiding the team, developing menus, and creating inclusive dining environments for remote-area staff.

Successful candidates will hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Certificate, have full working rights in Australia, and demonstrate strong knowledge of traditional culinary techniques and food safety.

Qualifications

• Full working rights in Australia
• Formal training in Cantonese, Sichuan and other Eastern cuisines
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Certificate
• Strong knowledge of traditional culinary techniques and food safety standards
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening and National Police Clearance
• Passionate about sharing culinary heritage and elevating dining standards

Responsibilities

• Take charge of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and service.
• Guide your team, develop menus, and create inclusive dining environments that support people working in remote areas.
• Maximise stock utilisation and maintain cost-effective operations
• Liaise with stakeholders on a regular basis to constantly improve day-today service

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Team leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Trade Certificate

Job description

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking a FIFO Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in Sydney, delivering high standards of food quality and service. The role involves guiding the team, developing menus, and creating inclusive dining environments for remote-area staff.

Successful candidates will hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Certificate, have full working rights in Australia, and demonstrate strong knowledge of traditional culinary techniques and food safety.