Chefs - Full Time and Part Time Opportunities - Canungra

CHEFS – KOKODA BARRACKS (CANUNGRA)

Flexible Hours | Defence Kitchen | Career Growth

• Part-time and Full-Time Chef positions near the Gold Coast
• No late nights 
• Bulk cooking with strong team support
• Career development opportunities within Compass Group

ESS Defence provides food service and hospitality support to Defence sites across Australia. We deliver high quality meals that support the wellbeing of Australian Defence Force personnel.

We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our team at Kokoda Barracks, Canungra on a part-time and full-time basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support kitchen operations including stock control and deliveries
• Ensure quality, presentation and portion control
• Work collaboratively as part of a professional kitchen team during service periods

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in commercial kitchens or bulk catering environments
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Reliable and team-focused approach
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

BENEFITS

• Flexible rosters
• No late nights- Finish by 7.30pm
• Training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities within Compass Group
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
• Employee discounts and benefits

Apply now to join our Defence kitchen team at Kokoda Barracks.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check and Defence clearance.

We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you need adjustments or another communication method during the process please contact 1300TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. We also welcome applications from Veterans and Defence family members.