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Compass Group PLC

$30/hr

Chefs Apply now Job no: 705290 Work type: Casual, Full Time, Part Time Location: Gold Coast ... universities. We are passionate about the role we play in supporting the physical and emotional ...

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Chefs

Compass Group PLC
Catering • 10K+ employees
Learn more about Compass Group PLCexternal

$30/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,099 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

352nd of 501 rated business services

Job description

Chefs

Apply now Job no: 705290
Work type: Casual, Full Time, Part Time
Location: Gold Coast
Categories: Chef

Casual Chef - Roving role

$30 p/h + 25% casual loading. 

Gold Coast locations, QLD

  • Work across premium school locations from Runaway Bay, Southport to Merrimac!
  • Monday - Friday, Casual culinary role coverage across our education sites!
  • Great hourly rates and genuine career development opportunities!

Chartwells provides bespoke fresh food solutions that are unique in the market across independent schools and universities. We are passionate about the role we play in supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of students.

 The Position:

  • Provide coverage across a range of prestigious school locations from Runaway Bay to Merrimac
  • Prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality meals for students, staff, and special events
  • Support daily kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation and OHS
  • Support and mentor apprentices and junior kitchen team members
  • Enjoy variety in your work by supporting multiple school communities and kitchen environments.

The Person:

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
  • Previous experience as a Chef or Sous Chef
  • Experience in bulk cooking with a strong focus on quality and presentation
  • Excellent time management, attention to detail, and food safety knowledge
  • Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work across different school locations
  • Current Blue Card, or the ability to obtain one (paid)

The Benefits:

  • Access to 100+ retail and lifestyle discounts.
  • Ongoing training and career growth opportunities within Compass Group.
  • Meals provided while on shift.
  • Opportunity to develop your skills across a variety of premium education sites.
  • Flexible casual employment with consistent leave coverage opportunities.

APPLY NOW!

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication throughout the recruitment process, please contact us on 1300 TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au .

Advertised: 01 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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