About the Role
Ventia, in partnership with the Australian Defence Force, seeks a Sous Chef to join our team in Woomera, South Australia.
The successful candidate will assist in managing the overall kitchen and back of house operations, ensuring great food and customer service for Defence personnel and their families based in Woomera.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage meal services, consulting with Hotel & Retail Manager and Front of House Supervisor regarding expectations and performance.
* Train food production personnel in Ventia's procedures and methods, including religious meal services such as Kosher and Halal.
* Coordinate special requests for meal service, mobilizing staff, equipment, and facilities according to Defence Force plans.
* Operate large-volume cooking equipment like grills, deep-fat fryers, and barbeques.
* Oversee stock management, including ordering supplies, stock rotation, inventory control, wastage practices, and stock takes.
* Support the implementation of Ventia's Food Safety Program, identifying hazards, employing controls, recording incidents, and training team members.
* Preventive management of food safety hazards through HACCP controls.
* Check, record, and sign-off on shift cleaning schedules and documentation relating to incoming goods, food holding units, and temperature probes.
* Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and presentation of all kitchen areas.
Requirements
* Australian recognized Commercial Cooking qualification – Cert III or higher.
* HACCP Level 3 certification.
* Demonstrated experience operating within a large commercial kitchen.
* An ability to work flexibly and adaptively in complex environments with multiple stakeholders.
* Exceptional customer service skills.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets critical to local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely, and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds.
About Woomera
Woomera is a town of historical significance owned and managed by the Australian Government's Department of Defence. Located approximately 500 km northwest of Adelaide, it supports a major military and civil aerospace facility, the Woomera Test Range. Ventia plays a key role as an industry partner offering support services to Defence operations in this unique location.
Diversity
Ventia values the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures our people bring to the organisation. We celebrate and respect the communities we operate in, providing a safe and positive environment that offers equal opportunities for individuals from all backgrounds.