Apprentice Chef – Fast-Paced Kitchen Training (Weekends)

The Wickham Boatshed; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wickham Boatshed is seeking an Apprentice Chef to join a busy kitchen in Newcastle. The role offers training in basic culinary skills, knife work, ingredients knowledge, and use of commercial equipment.

You will work in a fast-paced team and weekend shifts are expected. You will train under the chef, learning procedures and duties in food preparation and kitchen operations, with emphasis on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Passion for the food industry and teamwork required.
• Punctual, reliable and flexible to weekend shifts.
• Eligible to work in Australia (citizenship/residency).
• To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef in the preparation and cooking of meals.
• Learn procedures and duties in food preparation.
• Operate commercial cooking equipment safely.
• Kitchen cleaning and sanitation.
• Assist in other areas of food preparation and storage.

Skills

Passion for food

Team player

Career driven

Punctual & reliable

Flexible to weekend shifts

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

The Wickham Boatshed is seeking an Apprentice Chef to join a busy kitchen in Newcastle. The role offers training in basic culinary skills, knife work, ingredients knowledge, and use of commercial equipment.

You will work in a fast-paced team and weekend shifts are expected. You will train under the chef, learning procedures and duties in food preparation and kitchen operations, with emphasis on teamwork and reliability.