Culinary - School Based Apprenticeship (Certificate III In Commercial Cookery)

1 day ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia The Ville Resort Casino Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Hospitality / Travel / Tourism

Other

Townsville QLD

Contract

26/9/2025

Culinary - School Based Apprenticeship | The Ville Precinct

Start Your Culinary Career with The Ville Resort-Casino

In partnership with CTA Training Specialists (RTO Code 31607), The Ville Resort-Casino is proud to offer senior students the opportunity to join our School-Based Culinary Apprenticeship Program.

If you have a genuine passion for cooking and a desire to build a career in the culinary arts, this program is the perfect starting point. As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of our kitchens, learning professional cooking techniques and developing your skills under the guidance of experienced chefs.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll work towards achieving your Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, while being immersed in a dynamic hospitality environment that values growth, creativity, and excellence.

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

The SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery prepares students for professional chef roles, covering advanced food preparation, menu planning, kitchen management and extensive practical training in commercial kitchens ensures proficiency in diverse cuisines.

This qualification also opens pathways to higher-level studies, such as the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Diploma of Hospitality Management.

The Commitment

To successfully complete the School-Based Apprenticeship, participants must commit to the following:

  • Duration: 3-4 year program (for the full chef qualification)
  • School Release: 1 day per week released from school to work at The Ville and 1 additional day every 8 weeks for theory and practical based training with CTA Training Specialists

About you

  • Entering Year 10 , 11 or 12 in 2026
  • Passionate about hospitality and eager to learn in a hands-on environment
  • Reliable and committed, with the ability to balance school, work, and study

No prior experience is needed—just a great attitude and a willingness to learn

Key Dates

  • Applications Open: 29 September 2025
  • Applications Close: 10 November 2025
  • Candidate Interviews: 17 November 2025
  • Program Start Date: 1 December 2025

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in hospitality, we invite you to apply for our School-Based Apprenticeship Program.

Please click APPLY NOW to submit your CV and respond to a few brief questions outlining your interest in the program. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm and commitment for the traineeship.

Once applications have closed, our team will review submissions and be in contact to discuss the next stage of the process.

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