Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
14 Jul, 25
Salary
74037.0
Posted On
30 Jun, 25
Experience
2 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Access
Industry
Hospitality
Employment Type: Ongoing/Non-Ongoing
Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 2/Parliamentary Service Level 3
Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 14 July 2025
Contact: David Learmonth, 02 6277 3910, David.Learmonth@aph.gov.au
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is seeking experienced and motivated Chefs and Chef de Parties to join the APH Catering and Events team at Australian Parliament House.
This is a unique opportunity to work in one of Australia’s most iconic venues, where you will enjoy a competitive salary, free secure parking, and complimentary gym membership. As part of a dynamic and collaborative team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality food services across a variety of kitchen operations, including banquets, events, retail dining, production, and/or pastry.
The APH Catering and Events team provides in-house food and beverage services to parliamentarians, staff, and visitors. From casual café offerings to formal plated functions, our team is committed to culinary excellence, innovation, and service. Whether you are an experienced Chef or ready to step into a leadership role as Chef de Partie, this is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-profile environment that values quality and professionalism.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for passionate and skilled culinary professionals who thrive in a high-volume, multi-outlet environment. You will be confident working across a range of kitchen settings and committed to delivering exceptional food and service.
To be successful in these roles, you will demonstrate:
If you believe that you are a good fit for DPS and have the requisite skills and aptitude to contribute to the delivery of exceptional services and experiences, we want to hear from you.
Job Specific Requirements:
At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.
OUR PURPOSE AND VALUES
We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.
To be successful in these roles, you will demonstrate:
Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Service Level 2 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Service Level 2 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: