Cook
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Ensure food safety and hygiene practices are followed in the kitchen.
- Assist in training junior kitchen staff and managing food preparation requirements.
Main duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
• Examining ingredients and food products to ensure freshness, quality and suitability before commencing daily food preparation activities.
• Preparing and cooking menu items including breakfast items - in accordance with established recipes and standards.• Regulating and monitoring the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment to ensure food is cooked safely and consistently.
• Portioning and presenting prepared food items, including arranging toppings, sauces, garnishes and accompaniments according to established presentation standards.
• Preparing menu items to accommodate customer dietary requirements, allergies and other special food requests while following appropriate food handling procedures.
• Storing ingredients, prepared foods and perishable products in temperature-controlled facilities to maintain freshness, quality and food safety requirements.
• Monitoring food preparation requirements and assisting with estimating ingredient quantities and food supplies required for daily café operations.
• Maintaining cleanliness of cooking areas, utensils and kitchen equipment and ensuring food preparation practices comply with hygiene and safety requirements.
• Assisting in training and guiding junior kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking methods, portioning, presentation and established kitchen procedures.
To succeed in the role, you must meet below criteria:
• Minimum qualification of Certificate IV in commercial cookery, Diploma in Kitchen Management, or Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced café environment
• Australian work experience is mandatory
• Experience working in high-volume café and food production environments• Knowledge of café-style cuisine, desserts and casual dining preparation
• Available to work across both weekdays and weekends
• Sound understanding of food safety and HACCP requirements
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently
Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents are encouraged to apply.
If this sounds like the role for you, please apply via the facilities provided on this website with updated resume and cover letter. Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please answer below questions while applying
• Do you have relevant qualifications for this role?
• Do you have minimum 2 years’ experience as Cook?
• Do you have at least 1 year of experience in the Australian culinary industry?
• Are you available to work on weekends and as per roster requirements?
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