Join Ventia in Supporting Australia’s Defence Community
Ventia is one of Australia’s largest essential services providers, delivering high‑quality facilities management, hospitality, and support services across Defence sites nationally. We are on the lookout for two enthusiastic Full‑Time Food & Beverage Attendants to join our team at HMAS Cerberus, Victoria’s largest naval training base!
What’s on offer
- Hourly rate: $27.10 per hour plus penalties where applicable
- Job security - Full time permanent opportunity
- Rotating roster between weekdays, weekends and public holidays
- 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension
- Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Uniform/PPE supplied.
- Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
- Access to VenPerks: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands
- Onsite locationHMAS Cerberus, Victoria
About the role
As a Food & Beverage Attendant, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional service to Defence personnel, visitors, and staff. This role is perfect for someone with strong customer service skills, a positive attitude, and experience in hospitality or food service environments.
The position includes:
- Serving Military Personnel during
- Delivering an outstanding service to all guests, every shift
- Providing professional bar service (RSA standards)
- Keeping dining and bar areas clean and tidy
- Assisting with basic food prep and restocking where needed
- Following food safety and hygiene standards
- Working as part of a friendly, supportive team
About you
- Demonstrated prior experience in hospitality & catering services
- Current Food Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification
- Enthusiasm and commitment to high standards of customer service.
- Be an Australian Citizen (for security clearance)
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
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Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
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