Chef
- Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including buffet and function catering.
- Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards while monitoring quality, presentation and portion control.
- Support stock control, ordering and daily kitchen operations as part of a professional team.
CHEF – FULL TIME – LAVARACK BARRACKS (TOWNSVILLE)
$79,499 + 12.5% Superannuation | Career Growth | Work-Life Balance
• Full-time Chef role at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville
• Competitive salary package of $79,499 + 12.5% superannuation
• High-volume catering in a structured and supportive environment
• Career development opportunities within Compass Group
Location
Lavarack Barracks
Melton Black Drive, Townsville QLD
Lavarack Barracks is one of the major military establishments in Northern Australia and is home to the 3rd Brigade and other Defence units.
ESS Defence provides food service and hospitality support to Defence sites across Australia. We deliver high-quality meals that support the wellbeing and performance of Australian Defence Force personnel every day.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our team at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef who enjoys high-volume and bulk catering, takes pride in delivering quality meals and wants to develop their career within a professional and supportive kitchen environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and cook high-quality meals across breakfast, lunch and dinner services
• Deliver buffet-style and function catering services
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, ordering and day-to-day kitchen operations
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control
• Assist with menu execution and daily food production
• Work collaboratively within a professional kitchen team
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in commercial kitchens, catering or bulk food production
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, organised and team-focused
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance
BENEFITS
• $79,499 + 12.5% superannuation
• Full-time stable employment
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Career progression opportunities within Compass Group
• On-site parking available
• Uniforms and meals provided while on duty
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Supportive and structured working environment
Apply now to join our Defence kitchen team at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check and Defence clearance.
We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments 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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