KITCHENHAND – PART TIME – HMAS PENGUIN (MOSMAN, SYDNEY) Flexible Hours | Defence Hospitality | Career Growth

Part‑time Kitchenhand opportunity at HMAS Penguin

Work in a unique harbourside location in Mosman

Supportive team environment with ongoing training

Career development opportunities within Compass Group

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 a reliable and hardworking

Kitchenhand

to join our team at

HMAS Penguin, Mosman . This part‑time opportunity is ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a busy kitchen, supporting chefs and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with basic food preparation and general kitchen duties

Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment

Support chefs and kitchen teams during meal serviceMaintain clean and organised kitchen and back‑of‑house areas

Follow food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards

Assist with receiving and storing deliveries as required

Work collaboratively as part of a professional kitchen team

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Previous Kitchenhand, hospitality or food service experience preferred





Strong work ethic and reliable approach

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Good communication and teamwork skills

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices preferred

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

BENEFITS

Flexible part‑time hours

Training and ongoing team support

Career development opportunities within Compass Group

Free on-site parking

Uniforms and meals provided while on duty

Employee discounts and benefits

Unique harbourside working setting in Mosman

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

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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.

📌 Kitchenhand (North Sydney)
🏢 Compass Group Pty
📍 North Sydney