Chef

Compass Group Pty Limited; Wellington; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided while on shift

100+ retail and lifestyle discounts

Ongoing training and career growth

Internal mobility opportunities

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a Full-time Chef in Ormiston, QLD to prepare and deliver high-quality meals for students and events. The role leads daily kitchen operations, ensures safety and quality, and mentors junior staff in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will have a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent), solid experience as a chef, and a strong focus on quality, presentation, and food safety. A Blue Card is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Experience as a Chef.
• Bulk cooking with emphasis on quality and presentation.
• Experience in school residential dining.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and food safety knowledge.
• Team player able to work independently.
• Blue Card (paid) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality meals for school students and events.
• Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Mentor and support kitchen staff, fostering a positive, service-focused culture.
• Ensure OH&S compliance and proper food handling procedures.
• Manage stock levels and orders to meet budget requirements.
• Support training and development of apprentices and junior chefs.
• Be part of a school community with work-life balance.

Skills

Team leadership

Bulk cooking

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Tools

Bulk cooking equipment

Job description

Full-time Chef

Ormiston, QLD

$32p/h + superannuation

• Monday to Friday
• Small team in a supportive environment
• Onsite parking

Chartwells provides bespoke fresh food solutions that are unique in the market across independent schools and universities. We are passionate about the role we play in supporting the physical and emotional well-being of students.

The Position

• Prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality meals for school students and events
• Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining safety and quality standards
• Mentor and support kitchen staff, fostering a positive, service-focused culture
• Ensure full OH&S compliance, following safe work practices and food handling procedures
• Manage stock levels and ordering to meet budget requirements
• Support training and development of apprentices and junior chefs
• Opportunity to be a part of a school community with work life balance

The Person

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
• Experience as a Chef
• Skilled in bulk cooking with a strong focus on quality and presentation
• Experience in school residential dining
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and food safety knowledge
• A team player who can also work independently
• Obtain a Blue Card (paid)

The Benefits

• Access to 100+ retail and lifestyle discounts
• Ongoing training and career growth within Compass Group
• Meals provided while on shift
• Opportunity to learn new skills and move to different internal roles

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all.