Airport Lounge Chef

About the role

Compass Group's Lounge teams work in airport lounges across Australia, serving first-class hospitality to local and international guests. This chef position is based in Mascot, NSW, on shifts from 6:30am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a supportive team culture and national career pathways.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare premium dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients to meet airline lounge standards
• Work in a calm, supportive environment with a collaborative culinary team
• Ensure full OH&S and food safety compliance across all kitchen operations
• Manage inventory and minimise waste through accurate stock control and cost-effective practices
• Maintain exceptional hygiene standards in a spotless, well-organised kitchen
• Deliver elevated culinary experiences for first and business class guests

Required profile

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with strong foundational culinary skills
• Experience across production, buffet and a la carte environments, ideally in high-volume or premium settings
• Passion for quality and presentation, with a strong understanding of food safety and compliance
• Flexible approach to roster patterns and willing to obtain ASIC security clearance (employer fully supports this)
• Legal right to work in Australia, as sponsorship is not available

What we offer

• $29.46 per hour plus penalties and 12% superannuation
• Travel allowance
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Retail discounts for Compass Group employees