Head Chef

Date:  2 Oct 2024
Location: 

Bullsbrook, WA, AU, 6084

Company:  Ventia

In partnership with the Australia Defence Force, we are seeking a Head Chef to join us on a Full-Time basis at RAAF Pearce defence base in Bullsbrook

As a Head Chef, you will take responsibility for managing the overall back of house operations and personnel involved in the production and delivery of food service, including routine meals, in-flight rations, fresh field rations and Mess functions. 
 

This position is a full-time permanent role working on 9-day fortnight (9 working days, 5 days off). 
 

Your previous hospitality experience, strong work ethic and willingness to learn will hold you in good stead. This is a hands-on role where you will be required to work in the kitchen as well as undertaking administrative duties. 
 

Duties may include:

  • Overseeing a team of chefs and a kitchen hand
  • Operating large-volume cooking equipment
  • Managing corporate functions
  • Cost/budget management
  • Internal and external stakeholder management
  • Being flexible and helping the whole team


Skills and Experience:

  • Commercial Cookery Certificate III, or above (or equivalent)
  • Experience in a large commercial kitchen
  • Ability to work well both within a team and on own initiative
  • Ability to adapt to changing demands to meet needs, especially at busy times
  • Able to think on feet and act quickly upon instruction
  • Great attitude towards work and a wanting to learn the role and environment quickly


What We Offer You:
Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

  • A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.
  • We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.
  • There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.
  • We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.

 

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

 

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check. 

Click APPLY NOW if this sounds like you or email trudy.mcgregor@skoutsolutions.com for further information.
 

Position Reference Number:159922

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