Apprentice Chef (Full-Time)

Hilton; Sydney; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Sydney is offering an apprentice cook role within our Hotels kitchen team. You will gain hands-on experience under seasoned chefs, developing foundational culinary skills while contributing to smooth kitchen operations and guest experiences.

The program requires enrolment in a recognised Australian TAFE Commercial Cookery course and a passion for cooking. You’ll work closely with teammates in a fast-paced environment and participate in daily prep, plating, and service tasks.

Qualifications

• Australian citizen enrolled in a recognised TAFE Commercial Cookery course as part of apprenticeship.
• Strong passion for cooking and food preparation.
• Willingness to learn basic kitchen techniques and procedures.
• Works well with others in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Comfortable with changing tasks and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Set up, clean, organize, and stage equipment, including hot boxes and stations.
• Develop basic culinary techniques and knife skills.
• Assist with inventory: receiving deliveries and storing stock.
• Help with plating, dish-ups, and transporting prepared items.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation daily.
• Comply with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Cooking passion

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced environment

Education

TAFE Commercial Cookery Certificate III or equivalent

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work! You have a hands-on opportunity to develop your skills, work alongside experienced chefs, and contribute to the success of our kitchen. As an Apprentice, you are not just supporting the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations - you are spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work! You have a hands-on opportunity to develop your skills, work alongside experienced chefs, and contribute to the success of our kitchen. As an Apprentice, you are not just supporting the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations - you are spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Prepare kitchen equipment: Set up, clean, organize, and stage equipment, including hot boxes, Chef Garde Manager stations, speed racks, and Queen Marys
• Develop basic culinary techniques: Knife skills, cooking methods, etc.
• Support inventory management: Assist with receiving deliveries and properly storing/organizing stock
• Assist with food service: Help with plating, dish-ups, and transporting prepared items
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Perform essential cleaning tasks, including mopping and trash removal
• Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being

Qualifications

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In Addition, This Role Requires The Following Minimum Qualifications

• The applicant must be an Australian citizen and be currently enrolled in, or commencing, a recognised TAFE Commercial Cookery course (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent) as part of their apprenticeship training pathway.
• Strong passion for cooking and food preparation
• Willingness to learn basic kitchen techniques and procedures
• Works well with others in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Comfortable with changing tasks and schedules

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career and help us make every stay a little more magical.

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