Aspiring Chef Apprentice – Earn While You Learn

The Corporate Moose; Mildura; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive apprenticeship wages

Structured apprenticeship programme

Job summary

The Corporate Moose in Mildura, VIC is seeking enthusiastic Apprentice Chefs to join our dynamic culinary team. This full-time apprenticeship combines hands-on kitchen experience with formal training, allowing you to earn while you learn and develop foundational cooking skills.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, focusing on food safety, cooking techniques, and menu development as you progress through structured coursework.

Qualifications

• Aspire to complete a formal culinary apprenticeship.
• No prior professional cooking experience required, but enthusiasm and dedication are essential.
• Able to stand for extended periods and cope with a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willing to work unsociable hours, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior chefs with food preparation, including chopping, dicing, marinating and portioning of ingredients
• Learning and practising fundamental cooking techniques under supervision and guidance
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness and food safety compliance
• Setting up and organising workstations and cooking stations efficiently
• Helping to prepare dishes according to established recipes and plating standards
• Operating kitchen equipment safely and appropriately, including ovens, grills, fryers and other cooking appliances
• Supporting the kitchen team during service, including dishwashing, stock rotation and waste management
• Attending formal training sessions and completing required apprenticeship coursework
• Receiving feedback from experienced chefs and continuously improving culinary skills
• Assisting with menu development and tasting sessions as directed

Skills

Passion for cooking

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety awareness

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

The Corporate Moose in Mildura, VIC is seeking enthusiastic Apprentice Chefs to join our dynamic culinary team. This full-time apprenticeship combines hands-on kitchen experience with formal training, allowing you to earn while you learn and develop foundational cooking skills.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, focusing on food safety, cooking techniques, and menu development as you progress through structured coursework.