Overview
* Hospitality / Travel / Tourism
* Chef
* NSW Other location
* Permanent / Full Time
1/4/2026
* Paid apprenticeship while completing a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
* Supportive team environment with long-term career opportunities
* Picturesque Hunter Valley location
About the opportunity
Love food, fast-paced kitchens and learning new skills?
If you're passionate about cooking and want to turn that passion into a real career, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Kickstart your hospitality journey with Central Coast Group Training, the Coast's leading employer of Apprentices and Trainees for over 40 years.
Who you'll be working with
Our Host Employer is a well-established hospitality business based in the beautiful Hunter Valley Wine Region with over 20 years of experience, operating a busy venue that includes à la carte dining, functions and events. They are known for their strong team culture, high standards and commitment to developing apprentices through varied and hands-on kitchen experience.
You'll gain exposure across different kitchen environments, allowing you to build well-rounded skills and confidence as you progress through your apprenticeship.
This opportunity is open to a 1st/2nd/3rd year Apprentice Chef who is keen to learn, grow and be part of a professional kitchen team.
What you'll need
* A genuine interest in cooking and hospitality
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
* Good communication skills and attention to detail
* Driver's Licence and own transport (due to location)
What you'll be doing
Working full-time across a rotating roster, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
* Assisting with food preparation and cooking across kitchen sections
* Learning kitchen operations in à la carte and function settings
* Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
* Supporting senior chefs with service and daily tasks
* Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and running smoothly
* Developing your skills towards qualification in Commercial Cookery
As part of this apprenticeship, you will be PAID to complete a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery through structured on-the-job training and off-the-job study.
What's in it for you
* Earn while you learn in a hands-on chef apprenticeship
* Gain diverse kitchen experience across multiple service styles
* Work in a fast-paced, professional hospitality environment
* Uniform provided
* Long-term career opportunities in the hospitality industry
* Be part of a supportive team that values training and development
If you're ready to turn up the heat on your career and start your journey as a chef, click APPLY NOW and get cooking.
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