AddressWe are looking for an Apprentice Chef of any age to join our busy team at the Mount Gambier Hotel, part of Matthews Hospitality Group!
Our kitchen works at a fast pace and weekly rosters will include evenings and weekends. You will need to be passionate about food, career-driven, and a team player.
We offer completion of a Certificate III or IV in Cookery to school-based apprentices looking for a trade pathway through VET, post-school entry, and adult apprentices.
Whether you have recently completed your Cert II in Kitchen Operations, have worked in a kitchen or hospitality before, or just love cooking, food, and all the great TV Chef shows! We would love to hear from you.
Training for an apprentice cook covers basic culinary skills, knife skills, knowledge of ingredients, use of commercial equipment, and kitchen procedures. This training is completed on the job and in the classroom and is supported by the apprenticeship network provider MEGT.
Your main duties include but not limited to:
- Assisting the chef in the preparation and cooking of meals.
- Training to learn procedures and duties in food preparation.
- Working under the supervision of the chef.
- Operating commercial cooking equipment such as mixers, steamers, fryers, ovens, and stoves.
- Kitchen cleaning, such as dishwashing equipment, cleaning, and sanitation.
- Assists in other areas of food preparation and storage.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a passion for the food industry.
- Be punctual & reliable.
- Have the flexibility to work different shifts.
- Be well presented.
If you are interested in this opportunity at the Mount Gambier Hotel you can complete the online application process by clicking 'Apply Now'!
To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have full working rights.
At Matthews Hospitality Group we are always looking for passionate people to kick-start their career in the industry!
We have nine hotels in South Australia, if you are looking for a chef apprenticeship or hospitality traineeship, please send your resume to people@matthewshospitality.com.au if you would like to be considered.
Cheers and chat soon!
Mount Gambier 5290
