Ventia is proud to partner with the Australian Defence Force to deliver essential services that support Australia's Defence community.
Bring your culinary expertise to RAAF East Sale and become part of something bigger.
We're seeking an experienced and passionate
Chef
to join our professional Defence hospitality team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and take pride in delivering exceptional food, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the security and stability of a long-term career.
Why Join Ventia?
$***** per hour + penalty rates
Full-time, permanent employment
Benefit from a reliable, stable employment within a long-term Defence contract.
Rotating roster across weekdays, weekends and public holidays
Uniform and PPE provided
Comprehensive wellbeing support, including discounted health insurance and EAP
Exclusive access to VenPerks, offering discounts at more than 450 leading Australian retailers
Work for a company recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice
About The Role
As a
Chef
, you'll support the Head Chef in delivering quality meals across daily catering operations, helping provide exceptional dining experiences for Defence personnel.
You'll also contribute to maintaining a protected, efficient and positive kitchen environment while supporting the wider catering team.
Your Responsibilities
Prepare, cook and present meals to a consistently high standard
Support and guide Kitchen Hands and Utility staff
Maintain food safety, hygiene and compliance requirements
Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively
Assist with large-scale catering requirements and emergency meal services
Help maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen operation
Work collaboratively to deliver outstanding service outcomes
About You




You combine culinary expertise with a collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
To Be Successful, You'll Have
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher)
HACCP Level 2 certification
Minimum 5 years' experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen
Strong organisational and planning skills
The ability to adapt and perform in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment
A professional, proactive and collaborative approach
Alignment with Ventia's values and commitment to service excellence
Defence Clearance Requirements
This role requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a
Defence Baseline Security Clearance
. As a result, applicants must be
Australian Citizens
.
Make Your Next Role Matter
At Ventia, you'll be part of a team that delivers essential services to those who serve our country. If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a role with purpose, stability and opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
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📌 Chef (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne