Ventia, working proudly alongside the Australian Defence Force, is seeking a Commis Chef to join our high‑performing culinary team and make a real impact every day at Australia’s premier Defence training establishment, HMAS Cerberus.

What’s on offer 

• Location - HMAS Cerberus, Victoria
• Full-time Permanent 
• Hourly rate: $31.30 | plus additional $3 ph allowance for those with experience and qualifications (25% casual loading will be applicable for the casual role)
• Rotating roster between weekdays, weekends and public holidays
• Training & development with Ventia, upskill and grow your career
• Perks such as discounts at 450+ retailers, health & wellbeing programs
• We provide Uniform and PPE to you

About the role

As the Commis Chef, you will be assisting the Head Chefs and broader kitchen team to prepare and serve meals for regular, field, and in-flight rations. This job makes sure the kitchen runs safely and smoothly, keeps food safe, and helps create a clean and friendly dining space.

Based in HMAS Cerberus, you’ll help cook and present meals the way Ventia expects, and guide Kitchen Hands and Utilities staff. You’ll use commercial kitchen equipment, keep hygiene and safety records up to date, and help with emergency meal setups when needed.

It’s also important to support a respectful and inclusive kitchen environment while following safety rules and keeping things running well.

About you

• Cert III Australian-recognised Commercial Cookery qualification
• HACCP Level 2 certification
• 2+ years’ experience in large commercial kitchen environments
• Flexible and adaptive in complex, multi-stakeholder settings
• Strong planning and organisational abilities
• Professional, enthusiastic, and aligned with Ventia’s values

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.  

How to apply  

Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.  

• Position Reference Number:168826