CHEF – FULL TIME – RAAF WILLIAMTOWN 

Structured roster | No late nights | Defence kitchen

• Full-time Chef role at RAAF Williamtown
• Lunch and dinner service in Defence environment
• Stable hours with strong work-life balance

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 to join our team at RAAF Williamtown. This role is ideal for chefs who enjoy bulk cooking, consistent service delivery and working within a structured and supportive environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare high quality buffet-style meals for lunch, dinner and functions
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Support stock control, inventory and kitchen organisation
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation and service
• Work as part of a small team during daily operations

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Experience in commercial kitchens with bulk cooking and a la carte
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen management
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Reliable, team focused and safety conscious

BENEFITS

• Above award rates
• Structured roster supporting work-life balance
• No late nights or split shifts
• Training and career development opportunities
• On-site parking, uniforms and meals provided

Apply now to join our Defence kitchen team at RAAF Williamtown.

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 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.