FIFO Head Chef

Salary: $113,900 + $10,000 bonus* + 12% Superannuation

Roster: 8/6

At 28 Villages, we specialise in delivering exceptional catering and village management services, dedicated to enhancing the fly-in fly-out experience with vibrant, high-quality food and resident-focused care.

We are currently seeking an exceptional Head Chef with extensive experience, creativity, and dedication to lead a team of chefs and utility staff. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering top-notch food to our guests. 

Flavour, presentation and flair are a daily expectation in this role and the ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 year's Head Chef experience.

The Role

• 8:6 Roster FIFO from Perth
• Hands on Leadership role, overseeing a small team
• Oversee dining room operations to ensure a seamless service experience
• Maintain effective client and business relationships with the client onsite
• Responsible for stock control, budgets, rostering, mentoring & training staff
• Buffet style cooking for Breakfast, Crib, Lunch, and / or Dinner and Desserts
• Ensure OH&S compliance, adhering to safe work practices and food handling procedures
• Ensure all catering controls are in place, and wastage is kept to a minimum
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, infection control and cleanliness in accordance with Compass standards

Role Requirements 

• Minimum of 5 year's Head Chef Experience
• Passion for producing great food, full of flavour and presented with pride 
• Experience within bulk catering environments
• Excellent knowledge of all kitchen procedures and operations
• Experience in menu writing, rostering and cost control
• Experience with hygienic work practices and appropriate HACCP guidelines
• Current valid Driver's License
• Current National Police Clearance (or willing to obtain one)

The Benefits

As a Head Chef with Compass Group, you will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes that you would expect from a global organisational. To be recognised as an employer of choice we also have an attractive benefits program including a competitive salary and incentive scheme, recognition programs and company discounts. If you're looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group is for you. Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry's best.

If you believe that you have the necessary attitude and skills for this role then don't hesitate, apply now!

*$10,000 retention bonus is only applicable at certain villages.