
Chef
1 week ago
The Role
Ventia, in collaboration with the Australian Defence Force, welcomes enthusiastic Chefs who are passionate about delivering exceptional food and outstanding customer service. Join our vibrant team and contribute to daily kitchen operations. You'll be responsible for crafting high-quality meals and catering for events, all while upholding the highest culinary standards.
This permanent full-time position is based at RAAF Edinburgh, South Australia, with rostered shifts available any day from Monday to Sunday. Evening and weekend work will be required for functions and events held at the Base. There are also opportunities to support camps and events at other Defence Bases.
Benefits
- Secure, permanent full-time employment.
- Casual pay rate $42.33.
- Penalty rates for shifts after 6 pm, weekends, and public holidays.
- Additional allowances for laundry, tools and first aiders (if/when certified).
- Uniform/PPE supplied.
- Access to a variety of health and well-being initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
- VenPerks: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including Woolworths, Coles, , and Expedia.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)
- Supporting the Head Chef with daily mess operations and food service.
- Food preparation including operating large volume cooking equipment.
- Deliver exceptional customer experiences, in line with contract expectations.
- Support and participate in the implementation and management of Ventia's Food Safety Program.
- Clean, sanitise and maintain the equipment and premises.
- Support stock management initiatives, including stock rotation and restocking consumables.
Skills & Experience
- Australian recognised Commercial Cookery qualification (Cert III or higher). (Required)
- Current Australian Drivers Licence. (Required)
- Sound knowledge of Food Safety Standards, relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
- Previous experience in a similar commercial hospitality role.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as in a team.
Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
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