Head Chef

ESS Defence delivers the best hospitality and catering services to our Defence personnel.
We are committed to providing nutritional and delicious meals to our customers, whether it is in dining halls or out on the field.
The work that we do is essential in keeping our Australian Defence Force healthy, comfortable, and living their best Defence Life!Bring your passion for food and quality and utilise your skills embracing a unique environment as a Head Chef at the Australian Defence College (Canberra).
Join the team in this full-time position and receive full training and support while working with a dynamic and fun team.The Position:2 Kirkpatrick Street, Weston ACT, 2611Hands-on role for a very organised Head Chef, collaborating with your team to deliver a premium experience across daily mess meals and eventsMaintain all catering and stock controls, OH&S compliance, and HACCP with a strong focus on waste reduction.Forecasting food requirements, ordering and stock controlDrive exceptional food safety and quality with a focus on allergen and dietary requirementsHigh level knowledge and experience of operational and financial performances of the defence businessThe Person:Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery3+ years displayed experience as a head chef in similar venues.Comfortable with people management, training and developing.High level knowledge in HACCP, allergen management and food safety.Proven team leader with high level organisational skills who can work autonomously, with initiative and under pressure.Competitive remunerationPersonal and site reward & recognition program – cash prizesAccess to a wide variety of training and support with a team that encourages and supports while you learn the ropes.Looking to grow and develop your role?
Compass focuses on progression and opportunitiesParking on site, uniforms supplied and meals while on dutyCandidates will be required to undertake an Australian national police check.
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