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Posted 12 June, 2026

Supervisor - Chef

Compass Group PLC
Newcastle Full Time
Reference: 156_772314_719898

Supervisor - Chef

Apply now Job no: 719898
Work type: Full Time
Location: Newcastle
Categories: Chef Supervisor

CHEF SUPERVISOR - FULL TIME - SINGLETON

Leadership role | Defence kitchen | Career progression

Full-time Chef Supervisor role at Singleton Military Area
Lead kitchen teams in high-volume Defence environment
Career growth and development with Compass Group

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.

We are seeking an experienced Chef Supervisor to join our team at Singleton Military Area. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for chefs who enjoy leading teams, maintaining high standards and delivering quality food in a structured environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and support kitchen team during daily service and functions
Oversee food production, stock control and kitchen operations
Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
Manage menu execution, ordering and waste minimisation
Ensure allergen management and dietary compliance

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Experience in a Chef Supervisor or leadership role
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
Well organised with ability to manage multiple priorities

BENEFITS

Full-time stable leadership role
Career development and progression opportunities
Training and ongoing support
On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
Reward and recognition programs

Apply now to join our Defence kitchen team in Singleton.

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 need adjustments or another communication method during the process please contact 1300TALENT or [email protected].

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.

Advertised: 12 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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