Apprentice Chef

dnata catering and retail; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Staff meals

Uniforms provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

dnata catering and retail invites aspiring culinary entrants to join our Apprenticeship Program as a Chef. The opportunity supports upskilling through MEGT and provides hands-on experience in our inflight catering facilities across Australia.

Successful applicants should demonstrate reliability, strong teamwork, and a proactive attitude, with flexibility to work rotating shifts and travel to TAFE as required.

Qualifications

• Passion for the inflight catering industry and desire to build a career.

Skills

Team work

Communication skills

Punctual

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate I or II in Hospitality

RPL may assist

Job description

Want a high-flying career with the world's largest air services provider? Come join our team as Apprentice Chef

More about this role:

In partnership with Australia's leading apprenticeship management experts, MEGT, we currently have apprenticeship opportunities available for those looking to upskill or reskill as a Chef across our national facilities.

What do you need to be successful in securing an Apprenticeship with us:

• A passion and overall interest in the in-flight catering industry and a desire to turn your passion into a career.
• Superior presentation with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic team member with a “can do” attitude.
• Be reliable and punctual, have a friendly personality and enjoy working within a diverse team.
• Have the ability and means of transport to get to the workplace and TAFE during the hours required.
• A desire to learn and willingness to work hard.
• An acceptance of flexible working hours and the ability to work a rotating roster if required.
• Certificate I or II in Hospitality would be considered an advantage.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) from current positions may assist in fast tracking your qualification.
• Be an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency
• As you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay rates and penalties.
• Free parking available, staff meals, and uniforms provided.
• Career development and progression, coupled with national relocation opportunities.
• 5 weeks annual leave.
• Access to our tailored Employee Novated Car Lease program.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.
• Work alongside and learn from fully qualified and highly experienced Chefs.
• Gain industry leading experience in commercial cookery, with a focus on high quality presentation.
• Be mentored by a team of international award-winning culinary experts.
• Have access to and the support of a network of industry leading experts and culinary resources.
• Earn above industry award rates.
• Develop a long-term career in In-flight Catering.

Our Apprenticeship Program is an excellent opportunity for anyone truly passionate about culinary and looking for development opportunities!

About Us:

We are Australia’s largest and most admired inflight catering and retail partner. Specialising in inflight catering and retail and food manufacturing, our group of diverse brands enables us to deliver extensive service capabilities.

Chosen by many of the world’s top airlines, we operate 16 facilities across 12 cities and employ over 4,000 people who help us to produce over 64 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights, each year.

Parent company dnata – part of the Emirates Group – is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and inflight catering and retail services, dnata ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently.

Want to know more about dnata catering and our global businesses? Visit our Australian careers website https://dnatacateringcareers.com.au/ and watch a short video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqf4mvwm3E0