Apprentice ChefFull Time

Panthers Group; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% discount at Panthers outlets and 5

20% discount on Panthers merchandise

Wellbeing Leave

Purchased Annual Leave

Staff social events

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Panthers Penrith Leagues Club is offering a full-time Apprentice Chef role to learn on the job while completing SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. You’ll work alongside qualified chefs in a busy kitchen, gaining hands-on experience across food preparation, service and functions.

You’ll progress with larder, fryer and grill duties as you grow, supported by a team focused on high standards, teamwork and professional development.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen and learn on the job.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and service.
• Support larder and fryer operations with opportunities to progress to grill duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen.
• Assist with functions and banquets across the Club.
• Learn practical skills and industry standards from experienced hospitality professionals.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Kick-start Your Hospitality Career withPanthers
Penrith Panthers has an exciting opportunity for a motivated andenthusiastic individual to join our busy kitchen team as afull-time Apprentice Chef.

The Opportunity

Kick-start your hospitality career with one of Australia's mostrecognised and well established sporting and entertainmentbrands.

As a full-time Apprentice Chef, you will undertake thenationally recognised SIT30821 - Certificate III in CommercialCookery while gaining valuable hands-on experience through paid,full-time employment with Panthers.

What you'll be doing

Working alongside qualified chefs and experienced hospitalityprofessionals, you'll build practical skills within a large anddiverse hospitality operation. Exposure to busy service periods,functions and events will provide a strong foundation for yourfuture career and may lead to further opportunities across PanthersGroup.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with food preparation and service
• Supporting larder and fryer operations, with opportunities toprogress to grill duties
• Maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen
• Assisting with functions and banquets across the Club
• Learning practical skills and industry standards fromexperienced hospitality professionals

About You

You're enthusiastic, reliable and ready to begin yourhospitality career. You'll also bring:

• A genuine interest in food and the hospitality industry
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Punctuality, reliability and commitment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• PRIDE in your work and the confidence to show initiative
• The ability to remain calm and work efficiently in a busyenvironment
• A commitment to completing SIT30821 - Certificate III inCommercial Cookery
• Flexibility to work a full-time roster, including evenings,weekends and public holidays as required

As part of the Panthers team, you'll enjoy:

• 40% discount at all Panthers-owned food outlets and freepost-mix while on shift
• 20% discount on Panthers merchandise and the pride of beingpart of a Premiership-winning team
• Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts with a range ofaccommodation, retail, dining and entertainment providers
• Reward and recognition programs that celebrate outstandingcontributions
• Wellbeing Leave and Purchased Annual Leave for eligible PT & FTemployees to enjoy greater work-life flexibility
• Staff social events and opportunities to connect with yourteammates
• Free onsite parking

Ready to gain a nationally recognised qualification,build real industry experience and launch your hospitality careerwith Penrith Panthers?

About Us

Panthers Penrith Leagues Club sits proudly in the middle of whathas become the impressive and expansive Panthers Precinct. Our clubboasts 11 restaurants, 6 bars and 12 meeting, event and functionrooms and adrenalin activities. Panthers is a not-for-profitorganisation, heavily focused on our members, their guests and ourcommunity. While Panthers has grown exponentially over the years,our priority has always remained to provide an exceptional customerexperience and to become a leading contributor of spirit, supportand opportunity within the Penrith community.