ESS Defence delivers the best hospitality and catering services to our Defence personnel. We are committed to providing nutritional and delicious meals to our customers, whether it is in dining halls or out on the field. The work that we do is essential in keeping our Australian Defence Force healthy, comfortable, and living their best Defence Life!

Develop your hospitality skills and embrace a unique environment in a Kitchen Hand position, integral to providing support to the catering team at Department of Defence R2 Café (Canberra). Join the team and receive full training and support while working with a dynamic environment.

The Position:

• Full time position
• Monday to Friday – 7am – 3pm
• Assist with basic food preparation, including vegetables and salads.
• Manage stock control, quality checks, and temperature monitoring.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in kitchen, food prep, storage, and service areas, with a strong focus on hygiene and food safety.

The Person:

• Hospitality experience is a plus.
• Knife handling, food safety, and preparation skills are advantageous.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational abilities.
• Positive, can-do attitude, ready to take on any task as needed

Benefits:

• Extensive training and support available, with a team that encourages learning and growth.
• Compass prioritises career progression, offering plenty of opportunities to develop your role.
• On-site parking, uniforms provided, and meals during your shift.
• Enjoy exclusive employee perks, including discounts and benefits only available to Compass team members

Candidates will be required to undertake an Australian national police check. This will be paid for by the Company.