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Who we are

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That's why we're on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We've built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What's the job?

We're seeking a Chef to lead kitchen operations at our Leura campus while providing a hands-on, supportive environment for students completing their practical training.

Reporting into the Operations and Applied Training Director, this role is responsible for the preparation and service of meals, maintaining high food quality and hygiene standards, and mentoring students rostered into the kitchen. You'll play a key role in ensuring students gain practical exposure to the standards, workflows and expectations of a professional kitchen brigade.

This is a full-time, permanent role, based in Leura (Blue Mountains campus). Flexibility for evening and weekend work is required.

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Accountabilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations including menu planning, preparation and service of meals.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and OH&S compliance.
• Supervise and mentor students in their practical training, providing feedback and guidance on professional standards.
• Support food and beverage management in staff development and contribute to campus events involving the kitchen.
• Assist with ordering, stock management and stores coordination.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, HACCP, TEQSA/ASQA, ESOS and RTO standards.
• Uphold Torrens Global Education policies, procedures and code of conduct.

We are looking for

• Strong previous industry experience and currency in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (advantageous).
• Demonstrated production cooking experience across a la carte and function work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proactive, highly motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer focused with strong service delivery standards.
• Team-oriented, with the ability to work effectively with staff, students, suppliers and guests.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.

Why join us?

Bold, modern and agile, we're Australia's fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, the Australian Financial Review named us one of the country's most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you'll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

What we offer

At Torrens University Australia, you'll benefit from:

• Professional growth – access to learning, development and career progression pathways.
• Collaborative culture – thrive in a supportive environment that values creativity and inclusion.
• Global impact – be part of a NASDAQ-listed organisation through our parent company, Strategic Education Inc.

Hiring process

We aim to provide you with the information you need at every stage of the process. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact for confidential support.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

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We'd love to hear from you.

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About Us

As the country's newest and fastest-

growing university, Torrens

University Australia brings a fresh

approach to higher education.

Working with us is all about working alongside over 2000 professionals passionate about career and purpose. Our staff across our campuses and head office are united by our central ethos to Be Good – by committing to a better way of doing business.

We embrace diversity and inclusion of our staff and are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people and support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and gender identification.