Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Department of Parliamentary Services include:

• About the opportunities
• APH Catering and Events is an in-house food and beverage operation in within Parliament House. The operation delivers premium services to multiple event venues ranging from small private dining rooms to large spaces such as the Great Hall. The Catering and Events function encompasses multiple kitchens and retail outlets that include amazing venues for function catering, a la carte, bistro, café (building occupants and public facing).
• Our functions and venues include:
• Event venues (capacity of 10-800)
• We are looking for candidates across a variety of functions and levels to support the operations.
• Event Set-up and Banquet Operations Sessional
• Required during sitting weeks morning and afternoon shifts (staff, food and beverage attendant, supervisor)
• Front of house retail (barista, waiter/waitress, cashiers)
• Back of house (Chefs [all levels], Pastry Chef, Apprentice, Steward, Kitchen assistant, Logistics/Stores)
• Please click the "apply now" button to go to the DPS Careers Webpage where you can find more information about the Department of Parliamentary Services and submit your application.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: On Site. Details: This position requires onsite work at one of the DPS office locations in Canberra.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.