Psl2 Chef

Parliament Of Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Free gym membership

Job summary

Australian Parliament House in Canberra is seeking a qualified chef with commercial kitchen experience, ideally in high-volume catering, banqueting, functions or events. The role requires adherence to HACCP and the ability to deliver quality food in a busy environment.

You will work within APH Catering under the Commercial Operations branch, reporting to the Executive Chef, with responsibilities across cafés, outlets and functions, and you must obtain Baseline Vetting security clearance.

Qualifications

• Evidence of a successful track record and a trade qualification in commercial cookery.
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen environment, preferably within high-volume catering, banqueting, events, hospitality or similar large-scale food service operations.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of food, beverage and catering services across cafés, retail outlets, functions, events and banqueting operations at APH, ensuring a consistent high standard of food and service.
• Prepare, produce and present food to required quality, presentation and service standards through the application of contemporary cookery techniques and specialist catering knowledge.
• Participate and contribute to the Service First Culture as a motivated team player who is respectful and ethical.
• Plan and prioritise work activities to meet production schedules, service deadlines and changing operational requirements.
• Maintain a contemporary knowledge of food industry trends, cookery techniques and presentation standards, and contribute ideas to support continuous improvement in food production and service delivery.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and waste minimisation practices in accordance with operational and food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS and food safety standards (HACCP).
• Other duties as required.

Skills

High-volume catering

HACCP experience

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Trade qualification in commercial cookery

Job description

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a qualified Chef with commercial kitchen experience, preferably gained in high-volume catering, banqueting, functions, events, hospitality or similar large-scale food service operations.

The successful candidate will:

• Consistently produce and present quality food in a fast-paced environment.
• Have experience working within HACCP food safety requirements.
• Demonstrate strong organisation and time management skills, with the ability to meet production and service deadlines.
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to a respectful, customer-focused workplace.
• Bring contemporary cookery knowledge and an interest in food trends, presentation and continuous improvement.
• Hold a trade qualification in commercial cookery.

If you are passionate about food, enjoy working in a diverse hospitality environment and want to contribute to the delivery of exceptional food and service at Australian Parliament House, we want to hear from you.

Job Specific Requirements

• Evidence of a successful track record and a trade qualification in commercial cookery.
• Demonstrated experience working in a commercial kitchen environment, preferably within high-volume catering, banqueting, events, hospitality or similar large-scale food service operations.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 2

Branch: Commercial Operations

Section: APH Catering

Immediate supervisor: Executive Chef

Duty Statement

Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the specified classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with the delivery of food, beverage and catering services across cafés, retail outlets, functions, events and banqueting operations at APH, ensuring a consistent high standard of food and service.
• Prepare, produce and present food to required quality, presentation and service standards through the application of contemporary cookery techniques and specialist catering knowledge.
• Participate and contribute to the Service First Culture as a motivated team player who is respectful and ethical.
• Plan and prioritise work activities to meet production schedules, service deadlines and changing operational requirements.
• Maintain a contemporary knowledge of food industry trends, cookery techniques and presentation standards, and contribute ideas to support continuous improvement in food production and service delivery.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and waste minimisation practices in accordance with operational and food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS and food safety standards (HACCP).
• Other duties as required.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience as a qualified chef, with exposure to high-volume catering, banqueting, functions, events, café or restaurant operations and the ability to consistently produce quality food in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience working within HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) certified venues, with the ability to maintain high standards of compliance and safe food handling practices.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, adapt to changing operational requirements and meet service deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, follow direction and contribute positively to a respectful and customer-focused workplace culture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary cookery techniques, food presentation standards and industry trends, with a willingness to learn and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
• Basic computer literacy and the ability to use workplace systems, complete records and undertake routine administrative tasks as required.

Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.

Our purpose and values

We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.

Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.

Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.

What we can offer

Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:

• flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the roles
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free on-site parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities available at APH
• childcare (pending availability), banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more available at APH.

Salary

Currently, the salary range for this position is $71,310 to $76,554 per annum.