Apprentice Chef

at Coral Expeditions
Published May 11, 2025
Location Cairns, Australia
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral Expeditions has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations. Coral Expeditions is wholly owned by the NRMA and joins a connected family of companies including NRMA Parks and Resorts, NRMA Roadside Assist, NRMA Marine and Ferries as well as SIXT Car Rentals.

Job Description
Responsibilities include

Responsible for the preparation of food according to the standards and quality levels set by the Company at all times
Ensuring that quality and presentation are served on schedule
Ensuring proper equipment operation/maintenance and proper safety and sanitation in kitchen.
Take direction from Chef’s on board
What you will bring to us

Apprentice Chef, First, Second or Third year Apprentice will be accepted.
Prior Marine industry experience will be highly regarded.
Proficiency in all aspects of food safety, including HACCAP and Food Safety Supervisor
Positive communication skills, energy and attitude
A flexible and motivated team player and a high degree of social competence
Efficient time management and organisational skills
Takes pride in appearance
Ability to work under pressure
Willingness to learn and ability to take Constructive Criticism
This is a salary position
Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications willing to obtain with us

AMSA endorsed Certificate of Safety Training (CoST).
Crowd Control & Crisis Management.
AMSA Medical.
First Aid & CPR.
MSIC Card
Australian Seafarers book or other country equivalent discharge book.
Passport.
What we can offer you

Shipboard rosters can vary anywhere from 3 weeks to 8 weeks depending on the voyage
Accommodation and meals included onboard.
An opportunity to see spectacular places.
Career paths in Maritime with internationally recognised experience.
Coral Expeditions are a team of seafarers who embrace life on the blue highway. Ship life is not for everyone, this should be considered before applying.