Chef

About the Role

Spotless is seeking an experienced Chef for a full-time role at Brisbane Immigration Detention Centre, Pinkenba, QLD. As a subcontractor to Secure Journeys, Spotless will be responsible for preparing and serving culturally diverse, nutritious meals contributing to the health and well-being of those in the centres.

The role is based at Brisbane Immigration Detention Centre, Pinkenba, QLD.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, prepare, and produce food requirements as directed by the Catering Manager.
• This includes food safety, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, managing stock control, and adhering to all kitchen policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the HACCP Food Safety Plan, monitoring food safety standards and practices, maintaining hygiene in food preparation areas, and completing all Food Safety Documentation accurately and timely.
• Monitor and enforce food storage standards, ensuring proper handling and rotation of stock using First In, First Out (FIFO) principles, and maintaining appropriate holding temperatures for perishable items.
• Ensure compliance with our Standards of Business Conduct and contribute to a culture of safety and quality improvement.

About You / Requirements

• Certificate III or higher in Commercial Cookery and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Current Working with Children Check (Employee) - Mandatory or willing to apply
• Knowledge of menu and nutritional standards
• Full understanding of HACCP Food Safety guidelines
• Exemplary bulk cooking skills (ideal Aged Care or Resources experience)
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Working with Children Check (Employee) - Mandatory

What's On Offer / Benefits

• Above Award Pay Rates
• Training and development to support your career.
• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business.
• A range of discounts and benefits available.
• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.

How to Apply

• Please note: An Australian Federal Police Check and medical assessment is a part of the selection process for this role.