Apprentice Chef About the Role As our business continues to grow, our Distillery Door and restaurant kitchen are expanding, creating exciting opportunities for 1st and 2nd year Apprentice Chefs to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about food, eager to learn, and looking to build a long-term career in hospitality while working in a supportive and creative environment. Working closely with our Head Chef and experienced kitchen team, you will gain hands-on experience across a variety of kitchen skills while contributing to a food offering that highlights seasonal produce and thoughtful food and gin pairings. Our Distillery Door operates Wednesday to Sunday, 8am–5pm, with occasional evening events. Our Distillery The Farmer’s Wife Distillery is an independent Australian distillery with a traditional yet sustainable approach to crafting quality spirits. Our team has produced a range of award-winning gins enjoyed by customers across Australia. Our distillery door is set in a beautiful rural location on the Bucketts Way tourist drive, just 45 minutes north of Newcastle. Our traditional yet sustainable approach to distilling has produced award-winning gins, earning recognition both locally and internationally. About You We are looking for someone who: Is currently a 1st or 2nd year Apprentice Chef (or looking to start an apprenticeship) Has a genuine passion for food and hospitality Is eager to learn and develop their kitchen skills Works well as part of a team Enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment Has an interest in seasonal produce and Australian native ingredients Experience working in a commercial kitchen is helpful but not essential. Experience or interest in solid fuel cooking would be an advantage. What We Offer A supportive kitchen environment focused on training and mentorship Exposure to seasonal and native Australian ingredients Opportunities to learn about food and premium spirit pairing Work-life friendly daytime service with limited evening work Career development within a growing hospitality and distillery business Location: The Farmer’s Wife Distillery, 1378 The Bucketts Way, Allworth NSW Start Date: ASAP If you’re ready to join a passionate team that values quality, creativity and exceptional service, apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit. Application – Apprentice Chef Your Name First Last Your Email Address Enter Email Confirm Email Your Phone Are you over 18? Yes No Please let us now what current qualifications you have. Current NSW RSA Food Handlers Certificate Available Start Date MM slash DD slash YYYY Hours You Are Available for Work Please tell us what hours you are available for work each day of the week. Select All Wednesday – Mornings Thursday – Mornings Friday – Mornings Saturday – Mornings Sunday – Mornings Wednesday – Afternoons Thursday – Afternoons Friday – Afternoons Saturday – Afternoons Sunday – Afternoons Tell Us About Yourself Upload Your Resume Upload your resume in .pdf, .doc or .docx format Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, Max. file size: 25 MB.
