Apprentice Chef - Moranbah

Isaac Regional Council; Isaac Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Isaac Regional Council is seeking an Apprentice Chef to join the Civic Venues team. You will learn in a professional kitchen while completing a 3-year apprenticeship, assisting with meal prep and catering for events under guidance from experienced chefs.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop culinary creativity and learn essential kitchen skills, safety, and stock management in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and reliability in a busy kitchen.
• Interested in developing professional cooking skills and safety practices.
• Must have Year 10 or higher education; driving licence is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, cooking and presenting meals, snacks and catering items.
• Learn professional cooking techniques and food presentation skills.
• Support daily kitchen operations and catering activities.
• Develop skills in food safety, stock management and kitchen hygiene.
• Work alongside qualified chefs while completing formal training.

Skills

Passionate about food

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Team player

Reliable

Education

Year 10 or higher

Tools

C Class driver's licence

Job description

Whether you're finishing school, entering the workforce or looking for a fresh start, this is your chance to earn while you learn, gain a nationally recognised qualification and develop your skills in the kitchen with Isaac Regional Council!

About the role

As an Apprentice Chef, you'll join our Civic Venues team, working alongside experienced chefs to learn the ins and outs of a professional kitchen while completing your 3-year apprenticeship. From preparing delicious meals to catering for events, you'll gain hands‑on experience, develop your creativity and learn the skills needed to build an exciting career in commercial cookery.

Your apprenticeship will see you:

• Assist with preparing, cooking and presenting meals, snacks and catering items.
• Learn professional cooking techniques and food presentation skills.
• Support daily kitchen operations and catering activities.
• Develop skills in food safety, stock management and kitchen hygiene.
• Work alongside qualified chefs while completing your formal training.

The role at a glance

• Type: Fixed Term - 3 year Apprenticeship
• Hours: Full-time, 72.5 hours per fortnight
• Rate: $27.81 per hour
• Roster: Monday to Friday, 9-day fortnight (hello long weekends!)

Who we're looking for

No experience? No worries! We're looking for someone with a passion for food, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy cooking, being creative and working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Have a strong work ethic and enjoy being part of a team.
• Are reliable, motivated and eager to develop new skills.
• Have a genuine interest in food preparation, cooking and catering.
• Are committed to learning and working safely.

You’ll also need to have:

• Completed Year 10 or higher.
• A current C Class driver's licence (desirable but not essential).

Why join us?

• Earn while you learn and work towards a nationally recognised trade qualification.
• Kick off your new career with a proposed start date of Monday 18 January 2027.
• Gain three years of valuable hands‑on experience alongside qualified chefs.
• Develop practical cooking skills, creativity and confidence in a professional kitchen.
• Build a strong foundation for future career opportunities in the hospitality industry.
• Be part of a supportive team delivering quality food and catering services to our communities.

Got Questions?

Contact our People & Capability team at [phone] or email [e-mail] during business hours.

Applications closing on 28 October 2026, 12:00 AM