In-Flight Kitchen Chef | High-Volume Catering

Chandler Macleod; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod in Melbourne is seeking experienced Chefs to join a large catering facility in Tullamarine, producing high‑volume, in‑flight meals for major airlines. This casual role offers full‑time hours with opportunities for permanent progression.

You will prepare, cook and assemble meals to flight specifications, follow recipes, and supervise Catering Assistants. A Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery and recent high-volume kitchen experience are required; flexibility for a

Qualifications

• Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery are required.
• Recent experience in a food manufacturing or high-volume kitchen environment is required.
• Must complete a 2 hour trial onsite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and assemble food in line with client and flight specifications.
• Follow written instructions/recipes.
• Repetitive lifting and manual handling up to 25kg.
• Maintain HACCP and OHS policies and standards.
• Work under tight time constraints to meet KPIs and scheduling changes.
• Manage food production, including stock levels and quantities.
• Conduct quality control checks throughout production.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of Catering Assistants.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Food safety awareness

Team supervision

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Chandler Macleod in Melbourne is seeking experienced Chefs to join a large catering facility in Tullamarine, producing high‑volume, in‑flight meals for major airlines. This casual role offers full‑time hours with opportunities for permanent progression.

You will prepare, cook and assemble meals to flight specifications, follow recipes, and supervise Catering Assistants. A Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery and recent high-volume kitchen experience are required; flexibility for a