Apprentice Chef

Full Time

Port Macquarie Panthers is looking for a motivated and energetic Apprentice Chef to join our busy kitchen team.

We have an exciting opportunity for a 1st or 2nd  Year Apprentice Chef to start and develop their skills with a leading brand in the entertainment, leisure and hospitality industry.

You will enjoy working in an energetic kitchen and work with a team that prides itself on consistently presenting high quality food to customers. As a valuable member of our team, you will enjoy working with qualified and experienced mentors to assist you in the development of your skills.

Your Main Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Assist our chefs with food preparation and service;
• Provide support with larder and fryer duties and progress to grill responsibilities;
• Assist in the cleaning procedures to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen;
• Assist the chefs in catering for various functions and banquets across the club and;
• Ensure the safe storage of products and abide by relevant food health and safety legislation.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following attributes:

• Enthusiasm to learn, strong commitment to your position and a passion to develop your skills;
• Punctual and reliable;
• Fantastic communication skills;
• Must have a genuine interest in food and the hospitality industry;
• Highly motivated individual that takes pride in their work;
• Enjoy working with a productive and fast paced team environment;
• Ability to handle pressure and work efficiently and pro-actively and;
• Experience working in a cooking role in a busy kitchen environment will be an advantage.

You will demonstrate a strong work ethic, a commitment to customer service and the ability to work in a team as well as autonomously. You are required to be flexible and reliable as you will need to be available to work as required including nights, weekends and public holidays.

If this sounds like the position for you and you have the passion to become a chef, then please apply today

The Panthers Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians to apply.