At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Company: Join ESS Defence, supporting the wellbeing of Australian Defence Force personnel.
- Benefits: Stable full-time employment, training, uniforms, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team culture with employee discounts and a structured workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by delivering quality food while growing your hospitality career.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial kitchens and strong knowledge of food safety practices.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
- COOK / CHEF – FULL TIME – WAGGA WAGGA
- Stable Employment | Defence Kitchen | Career Progression
- Full-time Cook and Chef opportunities available
- Roles at
- Blamey Barracks, Kapooka and
- RAAF Base Wagga, Forest Hill
- Supportive teams with training and ongoing development
- Meals, uniforms and career progression opportunities provided
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 Cook or Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in producing quality food?
If you are looking for stable employment, a supportive team and opportunities to grow your hospitality career, we would love to hear from you.
- We are seeking enthusiastic
- Cooks and Chefs to join our teams at
- Blamey Barracks, Kapooka and
RAAF Base Wagga, Forest Hill .
These full-time opportunities offer the chance to work in structured kitchen environments while building your skills and experience within Compass Group.
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
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
- Support meal preparation and service during busy periods
- Work collaboratively as part of a professional kitchen team
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- For Chef Applicants
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Experience in commercial kitchens, catering or bulk food production
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
- For Cook Applicants
- Relevant cooking experience in a commercial kitchen or catering environment
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- For All Applicants
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Reliable, team-focused and committed to delivering quality food
- Positive attitude and willingness to support the wider kitchen team
- Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check
BENEFITS
- Full-time stable employment
- Training and ongoing support
- Career development and progression opportunities within Compass Group
- On-site parking available
- Uniforms and meals provided while on duty
- Employee discounts and benefits
- Supportive and structured workplace environment
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 recruitment 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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Chef / Cook in Wagga Wagga employer: Junee Southern Cross
At ESS Defence, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering stable full-time positions for Cooks and Chefs at our Defence sites in Wagga Wagga. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and career progression opportunities, while providing essential benefits such as meals, uniforms, and employee discounts. Join our dedicated team and contribute to delivering high-quality meals that support the wellbeing of Australian Defence Force personnel in a structured and collaborative kitchen environment.
