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 RAAF Williamtown (Newcastle). Join the team and receive full training and support while working with a dynamic environment.

The Position:

• Part time position, minimum 30 hours per week – must be available nights and weekends.
• Shifts between 10am – 7.30pm
• Reduced activity over the Christmas and New year period
• Assist with basic preparation including vegetables and salads.
• Stock control including quality reporting and temperature monitoring.
• Maintain kitchen, food preparation, storage and service areas and equipment to a high standard with a strong awareness of hygiene and food safety standards.

The Person:

• Hospitality experience beneficial.
• Knife handling, food safety and preparation skills are a plus.
• Highly organised and self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Can do attitude and drive to jump into any task required.

Benefits:

• Access to a wide variety of training and support with a team that encourages and supports while you learn the ropes.
• Looking to grow and develop your role? Compass focuses on progression and opportunities
• Parking on site, uniforms supplied and meals while on duty
• Reward yourself – access to discounts and benefits only available to Compass employees

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