Commercial Cookery Apprenticeship

**Do you have a passion for food and cooking and want to turn it into a rewarding career?**

This position offers the opportunity to work under several highly qualified Chefs in a very fast paced industry. The perfect opportunity for hardworking individuals who are eager to commence a rewarding career in cooking and who possess a genuine passion for the culinary arts.

**If successful**:

- You will be working full time 38 hours per week while studying a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery & upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be a qualified Chef.
- Total apprenticeship term: 3 years
- You will be placed with one of our host employers, where you will work alongside experienced chefs to learn the skills and techniques required to become a qualified commercial cook.
- Immediate start available
- Recent school leavers & Out of Trade apprentices are also encouraged to apply_

**Duties may include, but not limited to**:

- Assist with the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals for our customers, in accordance with our menu and recipes.
- Learn how to manage the kitchen, including stock control, ordering, and food preparation schedules.
- Adhere to all health and safety standards, including food hygiene and sanitation.
- Work closely with the team to ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest standard.
- Learn to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
- Any other tasks requested by the host employer

**Applicants will **ideally** **meet the following criteria**:

- Have a real passion for food
- Be eligible to complete an apprenticeship
- Demonstrate a great attitude and willingness to work
- Be motivated with a positive attitude
- Be reliable, punctual and able to demonstrate initiative
- Be well presented
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
- Problem solving capabilities
- Work well under pressure and able to demonstrate resilience

**Benefits of doing your apprenticeship with ECA**:

- You will have a dedicated Field Officer assigned for full mentoring & support during your Apprenticeship as well as a full team of staff overseeing your apprenticeship, ensuring you only need to focus on your work and college.
- Genuine support for your personal wellbeing including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- ECA has a large network of Host Employers looking to host enthusiastic apprentices and help them become trade qualified.
- **Modern Award rates apply**_

Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.

**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person