City of Perth

Apprentice Cook

• Full time, maximum term contract for up to 3 years
• $64,808 per annum plus super
• CBD Location

 Are you a food lover with dreams of a career in the kitchen?

The City of Perth is seeking a passionate foodie to join our team as a Commercial Cookery apprentice. If you’re ready to dive into the world of culinary arts and bring your enthusiasm to the table, we’d love to have you on board!

Why Join us?

• Earn While You Learn: Gain a nationally recognised Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with hands-on training from our experienced culinary team. Not only will you gain invaluable skills in the kitchen, but you'll also be earning while you learn and work!
• Grow Your Career: Build skills and a solid foundation for a long-term future in cookery.
• Work with Food: Be part of a dynamic team to create nutritious and delicious dishes for our customers.

About the Role

This is an apprenticeship in which you will gain a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery within a 3-year period. During this time you will combine structured study days with practical, on-the-job training. Based at the City of Perth’s Citiplace Community Centre in the CBD you will observe and learn methods of cookery and assist with:

• The organisation and preparation of food and assist in food production.
• Preparation of food items in accordance with menu requirements and recipes.

Working days at the Community Centre will be between 7am-3pm with designated study days to be arranged with the chosen training institution.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will be enthusiastic and hardworking, and be willing to work towards achieving a formal qualification within 3 years.

You will need to have obtained:

• C grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent; or
• OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8; or
• A Certificate I or II (in any field)

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• Ability to obtain a Working with Children card;
• Ability to pass a Language Literacy Numeracy assessment (LLN);
• Fitness for work via a pre-employment medical;
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months); and
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Sunday, 26 January 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.