Kitchen Hand
Job Description
ESS Defence delivers the best hospitality and catering services to our Defence personnel. We are committed to providing nutritional and delicious meals to our customers, whether it is in dining halls or out on the field. The work that we do is essential in keeping our Australian Defence Force healthy, comfortable, and living their best Defence Life
Build a reliable and rewarding hospitality career as a Full-Time Kitchen Hand at Holsworthy Barracks (Liverpool). This role is a key support function within the catering team and is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, consistency, and being part of a team that delivers meaningful outcomes every day.
The Position:
• Full time Kitchen Hand role
• Assist with basic food preparation, including vegetables, salads, and mise en place
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across kitchen, dining, and servery areas
• Support food safety practices, including cleaning, waste management, and stock rotation
The Person:
• Previous hospitality or cleaning experience is an advantage but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to hygiene and safety standards
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to support the wider team
Benefits:
• Stable part-time hours with long-term career opportunities
• Full training and ongoing support in a structured Defence environment
• Career development pathways within ESS Defence and Compass Group
• On-site parking, uniforms provided, meals on duty, and employee discounts
Candidates will be required to undertake an Australian National Police Check. This will be paid for by the Company.
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