Chef or Apprentice - Craft Meals, Prep, & Kitchen Hygiene

Noodledoof brewing company; Koroit; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Noodledoof is hiring a passionate Chef or Apprentice to join our award-winning team. Help our Head Chef craft great meals and keep the kitchen humming during service. If you love cooking, we’d love to have you on board and learn in a fast-paced kitchen.

We value culinary passion, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Training at a TAFE college or culinary school is preferred, with 1–2 years in a commercial kitchen providing a solid foundation for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or willingness to complete formal training preferred.
• Certificate (FSH) Food Safety Handler preferred.
• Training at a TAFE college or culinary school preferred.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen, appliances, and tools spotless.
• Sanitize workspaces and gear per food service standards.
• Keep stations stocked and ready for service.
• Manage food records, inventory tracking, and deliveries.
• Prep all ingredients efficiently before meal service, including washing, chopping, and portioning.
• Assist the Head Chef in preparing dishes accurately, following established recipes and Noodledoof quality standards.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and quality during preparation,keep track of labeling and food storage standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized preparation station throughout the shift to ensure a smooth workflow.
• Unload deliveries quickly, check quality, and store stock right away using FIFO to keep everything fresh.
• Label and date all containers, keep stock records tight, and monitor temps to ensure top food safety.
• Minimize waste after service by smart portioning, re-using prep safely where possible, and disposing of waste responsibly.

Skills

Culinary Passion & Precision

Team Player

Clear Communicator

Pressure-Proof

Adaptable & Ready

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate (FSH) Food Safety Handler

Training at TAFE or culinary school preferred

Right to work in Australia

1-2 years experience in a commercial kitchen

Job description

Noodledoof is hiring a passionate Chef or Apprentice to join our award-winning team. Help our Head Chef craft great meals and keep the kitchen humming during service. If you love cooking, we’d love to have you on board and learn in a fast-paced kitchen.

We value culinary passion, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Training at a TAFE college or culinary school is preferred, with 1–2 years in a commercial kitchen providing a solid foundation for success.