We are hiring Chefs, Utilities and Housekeepers at Woomera

📢 We’re Hiring: Chefs, Utilities (Catering and Bar), Housekeepers

📍 Location: Woomera, SA (Drive-In-Drive-Out)

🕒 Employment Type: Full-time

💼 DIDO Roster: 14:7 (14 days on, 7 days off)

💰 Benefits: All Accommodation and Meals paid for whilst on-site

Be part of something bigger. Be part of ISS.

ISS Defence is seeking experienced Chefs and Utility All-Rounders for full-time roles at Woomera. These positions operate on a 14:7 DIDO roster.

Utility roles involve housekeeping, cleaning, kitchen hand duties, catering, and other operational support services as required.

The Positions:

• Housekeeping Utility: 
• Perform housekeeping tasks, including cleaning of rooms, common areas and operating an industrial laundry.
• Complete laundry services, including washing, drying, and distributing linens, towels, and uniforms.
• Ensure proper care of housekeeping and laundry equipment and report any maintenance or safety issues.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures within the housekeeping function and other relevant areas.
• Ensure all cleaning and laundry tasks are completed efficiently and in line with health and safety standards.
• Previous experience in residential or commercial cleaning or housekeeping required.

• Catering Utility/Bar:
• Delivering excellent customer service – ensuring a friendly and welcoming environment is offered to residents.
• Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the dining room and kitchen areas.
• Assisting with food preparation and dishwashing.
• Assisting the catering team with cleaning the kitchen, dish/pot wash, rubbish removal, restocking food items, cleaning kitchen equipment, mopping/scrubbing floors, chemical handling, stock unloading, cleaning dining rooms, restocking bar/drink items, vacuuming/mopping.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures within the kitchen/catering department and other relevant areas.
• Assist with tavern and retail services as required.
• Food handling background preferred.

• Chef:
• Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality meals across Breakfast, Crib, and Dinner—while proudly upholding ISS’s reputation for excellence and creating memorable dining experiences that exceed expectations.
• This is your chance to showcase your culinary skills in a rewarding role where safety, quality, and flavour come together in a uniquely remote setting.

🎯 What We’re Looking for Across All Roles

• Must be an Australian Citizen, to acquire the necessary defence clearance.
• Previous DIDO/FIFO experience (preferred but not essential).
• Ability to undertake regular travel to site on a DIDO roster.
• Flexibility to work as part of a team and ability to assist in all areas of the operations.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a positive team-oriented attitude to work.
• Ability to work in a remote setting and dynamic environment. 
• Physically fit with the ability to successfully pass pre-employment medical requirements, including blood tests and drug and alcohol assessments.

Additional requirements for Chef roles:

• Must have Australian Trade Qualification of Commercial Cookery Certificate 3 or higher
• Proven experience as a chef in high-volume catering, including bulk meals and banquet or function service.
• Experience in commercial kitchens (healthcare, mining, hospitality, etc)
• Must have with a strong ability to meet client expectations for food quality, presentation, and strict adherence to food safety and HACCP standards.

 🌟 Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a key role in delivering essential services for a high-profile Defence client
• Growth: Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Culture: Collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment
• Rewards: Meals and accommodation provided for the duration of your time on site.

How to Apply:
Click on the 'apply' link and complete the online application.

Our Commitment:
ISS fosters a culture of inclusion and diversity, welcoming applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and LGBTIQA+ communities. We are committed to fair pay and a safe working environment.

Learn more about ISS in Australia and New Zealand on our website.

Please note: No agency applications are accepted