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FIFO Head Chef - Northern Territory

  • 724100
  • Darwin, NT, Australia
  • Full Time

Salary: $120,000 -130,000 + Superannuation 

  • FIFO from Darwin/Alice Springs/Perth/Brisbane in a 8/6 roster 

  • Have the opportunities for long term career growth in culinary, site and operations management 

  • Access to on‑site gyms, taverns, pools, plus 100+ retail discounts 

ESS manages all aspects of large-scale accommodation facilities, or “villages” for remote workers, providing the essential comforts from a hot meal, a clean bed, freshly laundered workwear, to health and wellness facilities for those working away from home. 

The Role 

  • Take charge of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and service. 

  • Guide your team, develop menus, and create inclusive dining environments that support people working in remote areas. 

  • Maximise stock utilisation and maintain cost‑effective operations 

  • Liaise with stakeholders on a regular basis to constantly improve day-today service 

The Person 

  • Have full working rights in Australia 

  • Must hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Trade Certificate 

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a commercial kitchen 

  • Proficient computer skills for planning and reporting 

  • Able to pass pre‑employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and national police clearance 

The Benefits 

  • Meals, accommodation, and uniforms provided 

  • Training with our culinary leaders in our world‑class academy to set you up for success 

  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health and lifestyle coordinators, fitness and nutrition plans 

If you are ready to take a new culinary journey and thrive in a fast-paced environment, click the APPLY button now or email careers@compass-group.com.au 

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au 

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability. 

  

  

  

  

  

 

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