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!

ESS Defence has opportunities for qualified chefs and experienced cooks to join our fantastic team in the Albury Wodonga Military Area (Bandiana and Latchford Barracks). There is casual, part time and full time positions available and plenty of hours!

Do you enjoy bulk cooking with a passion for quality and flavour? Apply now to find out more!

The Person:

• Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery
• Experience with bulk cooking an advantage, however not essential
• HACCP Food handling experience
• Attention to detail, fantastic food presentation and strong organisational skills.
• Given the sites location, applicants must have their own transport and driver’s licence

The Position:

• Preparing buffet style bulk cooking for a variety of service times including breakfast, lunch or dinner, desserts and functions
• Ensure all OH&S compliance is achieved
• Flexibility in your working approach i.e. working in a small team
• Ensuring you follow all catering controls in place and wastage is kept to a minimum
• Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with our customers.

Benefits:

• Progression and development opportunities as you further your hospitality career!
• Flexible, family friendly roster and no late nights
• Full support and training in an inclusive and dedicated team
• Parking on site
• Uniforms supplied.
• Meals when on duty
• Excellent employee benefits package

Candidates will be required to undertake an Australian national police check. This will be paid for by the Company. 

Chef: Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.

Cook: High level of bulk cooking experience.