Join Ventia in Supporting Australia/'s Defence Community!
Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services. As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade.
We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.
Benefits
- Potential opportunities for full-time, part-time and casual employment
- Ventia has been awarded a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension
- Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government/'s Department of Veterans/' Affairs
- Uniform/PPE supplied
- Access to health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program
- Access to Ven Perks: discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major brands
Responsibilities
As the Cook, you will assist the Head Chef and the kitchen team to prepare and serve meals for regular, field, and in-flight rations. This role ensures the kitchen runs safely and smoothly, keeps food handling hygienic, and helps create a clean and friendly dining space.
Based in Albury Wodonga Military Areas, you/'ll help cook and present meals to Ventia standards, and guide Kitchen Hands and Utilities staff. You/'ll use commercial kitchen equipment, maintain hygiene and safety records, and assist with emergency meal setups when needed.
You will also support a respectful and inclusive kitchen setting while following safety rules.
Qualifications
- Cert II Australian-recognised Commercial Cookery qualification
- 2+ years/' experience in large commercial kitchen environments
- Flexible and adaptable in complex, multi-stakeholder settings
- Strong planning and organisational abilities
- Professional, enthusiastic, and aligned with Ventia/'s values
- Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result, the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police check
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients own and operate assets critical to communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds, with a diverse and proud heritage and a track record of delivering essential services.
Diversity Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation. 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, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans and spouses, and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number: 164539
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