FIFO Apprentice Chef

ESS provides multi-service capability to major companies and organisations, operating in remote sites, gold mines and coal fields. We provide vital workplace support for people working in some of the most isolated terrains in the world, from oil rigs in the North Sea to gold mines in the Australian Outback.

We have a rare opportunity for an aspiring Apprentice Chef to join our mining accommodation village at Reedy Creek, located near Miles, Queensland. This once in a lifetime opportunity would allow you to firstly commence as a Kitchen Hand for 3 months and then after this would give you the ability to earn while you learn whilst working towards gaining your Cert III in Commercial Cookery. In this role you would be supported by some of our best Culinary Leaders, all whilst working with a global leader in catering & support services.

The successful candidate will work a 14:7 roster, performing 10 hour days. Flights ex Brisbane, accommodation and meals provided.

The Person

• We would expect you to have a genuine interest in all things culinary and be a real “foodie”!


• You will have hospitality experience, preferably in a fast-paced, bulk style cooking environment


• You are prepared to learn the ropes as a Kitchen Hand for the first 3 x months prior


• You can work under pressure and to tight deadlines


• You are reliable, hardworking, resilient and can follow instructions


• You have the capacity & willingness to commit to additional study outside of work hours

The Position

• You will be trained and mentored by an exceptional team of highly qualified Chefs who have developed their passion for food all over the world


• You will be exposed to cooking in Production Kitchens, learning the skills and techniques to deliver high quality food across a variety of styles of cuisine


• You will work to obtain a nationally recognised trade qualification, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery


• You will receive competitive remuneration and enjoy working with a stable, and growing organisation

The Benefits

Our people are awesome. They breathe life into our brands. They make great things happen. We believe in the opportunity to recognise and develop great talent and offer many diverse opportunities. We offer discounts and benefits at hundreds of retail outlets and have 100+ salary packaging options available.

• Paid parental leave


• Multiple salary packaging options to make your dollar go further


• Easy access to 100+ retail discounts


• Opportunity to learn new skills and move to different internal roles


• Above award wages


• A chance to join an ecologically and socially forward operation

Why wait? Apply today to kickstart your culinary career with our global organisation or email careers@compass-group.com.au