CHEF - FULL TIME - TOWNSVILLE

Career Growth | Defence Kitchen | Supportive Team Environment

Full-Time Chef opportunities available
Roles located at Lavarack Barracks and RAAF Base Townsville
Structured kitchen environments with supportive teams
Career development opportunities within 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.

Are you a passionate Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys creating exceptional food experiences?

Looking to grow your career while being part of a supportive and dynamic team? You might be exactly who we're looking for.

We are seeking experienced Chefs to join our teams at Lavarack Barracks and RAAF Base Townsville. These full-time opportunities are ideal for hospitality professionals looking for stable employment, career growth and a positive team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner services
Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
Support kitchen operations including stock control and deliveries
Ensure food quality, presentation and portion control standards are met
Assist with menu execution and daily food production
Work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team to deliver exceptional service

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Experience in commercial kitchens or bulk catering environments
Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable with a positive and team-focused approach
Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

BENEFITS

Full-time stable employment
Training and ongoing professional development
Career progression opportunities within Compass Group
On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided
Employee discounts and benefits
Supportive and structured team environment

Apply now to join our Defence kitchen teams at Lavarack Barracks or RAAF Base 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 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.