Business Overview:

Our venue partner, Burrum Tavern is a community-focused pub and hospitality business in Burrum Heads, Queensland. Its main offering is casual pub dining, with a menu featuring familiar Australian favourites such as steaks, schnitzels, seafood, burgers, pizza and other hearty meals.

Beyond food, the business generates revenue through bar services, gaming, bottleshop sales, entertainment and motel accommodation. It also offers a courtesy bus, making it convenient for locals and visitors.

Overall, Burrum Tavern is positioned as a relaxed, family-friendly local venue for dining, drinks and socialising, rather than an upscale restaurant. Its key strengths are its broad hospitality offering, community role and ability to serve both local residents and tourists.

The business is also currently looking for cooks, indicating an active need to strengthen its kitchen team and support its dining operations.

Location: 67–75 Burrum Heads Road, Burrum Heads QLD 4659

Salary: $78,000 - $83,000 AUD

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and cook meals according to recipes, menu specifications, and quality standards.
2. Complete daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, marinating,



and mise en place.
3. Ensure food is cooked, presented, and served consistently and on time.
4. Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and sanitation at all times.
5. Monitor food quality, freshness, portion sizes, and presentation.
6. Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean and organised work area.
7. Assist with stock rotation, inventory control, and minimising food waste.
8. Follow dietary, allergy, and special meal requirements as instructed.
9. Work effectively with kitchen and front-of-house staff during busy service periods.
10. Assist the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.

Requirements:

1. At least 1–3 years of relevant work experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.
2. Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced workplace.
3. Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
4. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support overall kitchen operations.

📌 Cooks (Burrum Heads)
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📍 Burrum Heads