Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Penrith, Northmead and other venues under Maze Group, Full Time, Hospitality Vacancy Listing Dates 28/07/2026 to 25/08/2026 Please Quote Reference Number 17839

- Immediate start available
- Remuneration: $78,000 - $82,000 per annum
- Join Maze Group Australia

Maze Group Australia Pty Ltd is a dynamic and growing hospitality group committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences. We pride ourselves on our dedication to high-quality food, creativity in our menus, and outstanding customer service. Our team-oriented culture fosters professional development, collaboration, and opportunities for career growth.

At Maze Group Australia, we value innovation, reliability, and passion for the culinary arts, making it an exciting and rewarding place to build a career in hospitality. We require a Cook to join our team working across Penrith, Northmead and other venues under Maze Group. This is a full time role (38 hours per week), an immediate start is available.

A remuneration package of $78,000 - $82,000 per annum is on offer to the successful candidate. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals while maintaining kitchen efficiency, food safety standards, and customer satisfaction. Key duties include:

- Examining ingredients and food products to ensure freshness, quality and suitability before use
- Preparing ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, seasoning and portioning food before cooking
- Preparing and cooking a range of menu items using appropriate methods, including grilling,



frying, baking, roasting, boiling and steaming
- Regulating the temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers and other cooking equipment
- Seasoning food during preparation and cooking to achieve the required taste and quality
- Following established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards to ensure consistency
- Portioning and plating meals and adding sauces, gravies, garnishes and other accompaniments
- Monitoring food during cooking to ensure it is properly prepared and cooked to the required standard
- Coordinating food preparation and cooking to ensure meals are served efficiently, particularly during busy service periods
- Preparing meals to meet customer dietary requirements, allergies and special requests
- Storing food in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities and ensuring food is correctly labelled, dated and rotated
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of workstations, cooking equipment, utensils and food storage areas
- Complying with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
- Assisting with monitoring food supplies, estimating food requirements and reporting low stock levels
- Receiving deliveries and checking the quantity,



quality and condition of ingredients and supplies
- Minimising food waste through appropriate preparation, portion control and storage practices
- Assisting with the preparation of menus, daily specials and seasonal dishes where required
- Providing guidance and basic training to junior kitchen staff and kitchen hands where required

Requirements:

- Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery / Culinary Arts (Certificate III or equivalent)
- Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards
- Ability to work under pressure in a rapid-paced environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Creativity and ability to adapt menus to meet customer preferences and dietary requirements
- Attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to high-quality food presentation

Working at Maze Group Australia Pty Ltd offers a rewarding and supportive environment for culinary professionals. We provide competitive pay, opportunities for career progression and skill development, and the chance to work in a modern, well-equipped kitchen. Employees enjoy a collaborative and friendly team culture, with opportunities to contribute creatively to menus and daily operations.

We value work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling, as well as recognition for dedication, reliability, and high-quality performance.

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