Chef
CHEF – PART TIME
Flexible Hours | Defence Kitchen | Career Growth
• Part-Time Chef opportunities available
• Roles located at Holsworthy Super Mess and Moorebank Area – Junior Rank Mess
• Structured kitchen environments with supportive teams
• 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 exceptional food and working as part of a supportive team?
We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our teams at Holsworthy Super Mess and Moorebank Area – Junior Rank Mess. These part-time opportunities are ideal for chefs seeking work-life balance while continuing to develop their culinary skills within a professional and structured kitchen environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare high-quality meals in a bulk cooking environment
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, deliveries and kitchen operations
• Ensure quality, portion control and food presentation
• Work collaboratively as part of a professional kitchen team
• Contribute to efficient service delivery during busy meal periods
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 and Defence clearance
BENEFITS
• Part-time opportunities available
• Training and ongoing team support
• Career development opportunities within Compass Group
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Stable and supportive working environment
Apply now to join our Defence kitchen teams at Holsworthy Super Mess or Moorebank Area – Junior Rank Mess.
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.
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