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Chef

A$76.5–80K YearlyAdelaide, South Australia, AustraliaFull-time3 wk. ago

Join Australia's Leading Inflight Catering and Retail Partner

At dnata catering & retail, the sky's truly the limit! dnata is Aviation Support Business of the Year 2025 and Australasia's Airline Caterer of the Year 2025.

About the Role

You will be working in a busy, open plan kitchen preparing & cooking various international hot & cold meals in commercial quantities, for our customer airlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing hot & cold meals for business & economy class passengers for various airlines.
  • Stock control & minimizing food wastage.
  • Cleaning & maintaining a hygienic work environment at all times.
  • Strictly following menu specifications as well as food safety / HACCP, WHS & QSAI policies.

Essential Requirements

  • Certificate III Commercial Cookery or higher qualifications is preferred or equivalent level of experience.
  • Passion & drive to deliver high quality food to our customers.
  • Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster.
  • Good written & verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Good organizational & time management skills.
  • Must be motivated, hardworking & have a good attitude.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
  • Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment preferred but not essential.
  • As you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.
  • Availability to work 38 hours/week, as this role is a full-time permanent position.

Benefits

  • Be part of a close knit & dedicated team that is committed to safety.
  • Competitive pay rates and penalties.
  • Free onsite parking, meals, and uniforms.
  • Career development and progression, coupled with national relocation opportunities.
  • 5 weeks annual leave.
  • Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.
  • Guaranteed annual earnings of $76,515 - $80,000 + superannuation.

Your Prospective Employer

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata is Australia's largest inflight catering and retail partner. Chosen by many of the world's top airlines for our award-winning meals and outstanding service, we operate 16 catering facilities across 12 cities, employ over 4,000 people, produce over 64 million meals, and service over 252 thousand flights each year.