Chefs

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.

• Work a 2 week on 1 week off roster, earning a salary of $93,138
• Free on-site gym access to stay active on site
• FIFO from Melbourne, Sydney.

The Position

As a key member of our village catering team, you’ll prepare high-quality, buffet-style meals for breakfast, crib lunch, dinner, and desserts. You’ll work alongside a supportive team of chefs, kitchen utilities, and dining room staff to deliver outstanding food and service for residents.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving bulk buffet-style meals with consistency and quality
• Maintaining safe food handling and workplace safety standards
• Managing stock efficiently to minimise wastage
• Providing guidance and support to the broader kitchen team
• Contributing to a positive workplace culture through teamwork, flexibility, and customer focus

The Person

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification)
• Proven experience in bulk or buffet-style catering
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety compliance

The Benefits:

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile
• Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further.
• Health and wellbeing employee benefits to help look after you.
• Recognition programs including service and safety awards, regular team events, site-based benefits and company discounts.
• Ongoing training and development, and career growth opportunities
• Cost of medicals, training and uniforms covered by the company.
• Full Time employment
• Meals, accommodation provided for the duration of your 14 days on

For further information or help with this application, please contact careers.compass-group.com.au or phone us on 1300TALENT

If you’re a skilled chef looking for a rewarding FIFO opportunity with great conditions and a strong team environment — we’d love to hear from you!

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.