CHEF – FULL TIME & CASUAL – SYDNEY

Career Growth | Defence Hospitality | Work-Life Balance

• Full-Time and Casual Chef opportunities available
• Roles located at Randwick Barracks and Victoria Barracks
• Work in structured and supportive kitchen environments
• 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.

Are you a passionate Chef who enjoys creating great food and working as part of a supportive team?

Whether you're looking for a stable full-time role or the flexibility of casual work, these opportunities offer the chance to grow your career while working in professional kitchen environments that support Australia's Defence personnel.

We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our teams at Randwick Barracks and Victoria Barracks. You'll work alongside experienced hospitality professionals, preparing quality meals and contributing to exceptional dining experiences in a structured and rewarding environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare high-quality meals in a bulk cooking environment
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, ordering and kitchen operations
• Ensure quality, portion control and food presentation
• Work collaboratively as part of a professional kitchen team
• Support meal services and functions as required

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in commercial kitchens or catering environments
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Reliable, team-focused and able to work in structured environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check

BENEFITS

• Full-Time and Casual opportunities available
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and support
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Stable and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work across unique Defence hospitality locations

Apply now to join our Defence kitchen teams at Randwick Barracks or Victoria Barracks.

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

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.