Supervisor - Chef

CHEF SUPERVISOR - FULL TIME - SINGLETON

$33 per hour + super | Monday to Friday | Defence kitchen

Full-time Chef Supervisor role at Singleton Military Area
$33 per hour + superannuation
Predominantly Monday to Friday roster

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 suited to chefs who enjoy leading teams, maintaining high standards and delivering consistent, quality food in a structured environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and support kitchen team to deliver daily meals and functions
Oversee food production, stock control and kitchen operations
Ensure compliance with food safety, OH&S and HACCP standards
Manage menu execution, forecasting and waste minimisation
Maintain allergen management and dietary compliance
Support breakfast and lunch service in line with roster

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (minimum)
Experience in a Chef Supervisor or leadership role
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
Well organised and able to manage competing priorities
Ability to obtain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

ROSTER

Predominantly Monday to Friday
Shifts: 5:30am - 1:30pm or 11:00am - 7:30pm
Occasional weekend coverage required

BENEFITS

$33 per hour + super
Stable full-time leadership role
Ongoing training and development support
Career progression opportunities within Compass Group
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 please contact 1300TALENT or [email protected].

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, and Veterans and Defence family members.