Chef

3 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia NT Government - Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet Full time $80,938 - $85,811 per year

Job description

Agency Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet Work unit Office of the Official Secretary to the Administrator

Job title Chef Designation Physical 6 RDO

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $80,938 - $85,611 Location Darwin

Position number 4949 RTF Closing 18/11/2025

Contact officer Manish Sabhnani on or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Plan, prepare and present meals and catering for official functions hosted by the Administrator of the Northern Territory at Government

House. Maintain the commercial kitchen in accordance with Australian HACCP principles.

Context statement

Office of the Official Secretary staff support the Administrator of the Northern Territory to carry out their official duties in addition to

maintaining the upkeep of a heritage listed estate. Emphasis is placed on a high standard of work, strong attention to detail and observance

of protocols associated with the Administrator and official and ceremonial events hosted at Government House.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Plan, prepare and present meals and catering for official functions at Government House and cater for the Administrator's private meal

requirements, including sourcing local suppliers and maintaining a pantry.

2. Liaise with the House Manager to plan menus for official functions including official dinners, luncheons, and receptions and liaise with

the Administrator for private meal requirements.

  1. Stock control of all perishable and non-perishable foodstuff and kitchen equipment.
  2. Maintain a clean kitchen, pantry, cool-room, and freezers in a clean, organised, safe, hygienic, and tidy condition.
  3. Manage hospitality expenditure purchases within budget in line with procurement guidelines and preparing cost estimates.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Minimum 3-5 years post apprenticeship, with Trade Certificate in Commercial Cookery, and demonstrated experience in catering for

large and small groups, accommodating a variety of dietary requirements, while delivering high quality catering and meals to a standard

required of a Vice Regal residence.

  1. Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high level of organisation, including planning and managing concurrent events,

sourcing suppliers, and developing menus, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and priorities. Proficient in

administrative systems and financial management tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Expense8, Basware or similar).

  1. Proven competence in stock control, purchasing and accountability for supplies and equipment, with good knowledge of Work Health

and Safety and Food Safety Standards.

  1. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with tact, diplomacy, and discretion in a confidential environment, including the ability

to engage with diverse cultures and supervise others when required.

  1. A current NT driver's licence (or ability to obtain), and flexibility to work varied or extended hours as required.

Further information

The recommended applicant must have no significant criminal history record confirmed by a criminal history and intelligence data check

prior to selection being confirmed. Outside work hours (evenings, weekends, and public holidays) may occur to support official events.

Penalty payments or time off in lieu will be applied. When choosing to apply for this position, the applicant should consider the full

requirements of the position in aligning their work experience and capabilities to this role. Please refer to the Capability Framework

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