STANLEY FOOD GROUP PTY LTD is seeking a qualified and experienced Cook to work across its full-service restaurants at various locations on the Gold Coast.

This is a full time position focused on delivering high-quality food while supporting our mission to provide a new experience in Mexican hospitality. Candidates with a genuine interest in Mexican cuisine and hospitality are encouraged to apply.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

- Prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items, including breakfast dishes, Mexican-inspired plates and other of our signature dishes, following set recipes quality standards

- Monitor and uphold food quality at every stage of preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency before dishes reach the guest

- Set up and operate service stations, coordinating with the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly and on time

- Communicate food availability and wait times with the front-of-house team to support a seamless guest experience

- Assist with stock management and ordering, including proper storage, labelling and rotation of food items (FIFO)

- Follow all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures, keeping the kitchen clean and compliant at all times





- Complete daily operational checklists and prep lists in line with our par levels and standards

- Collaborate with kitchen colleagues to achieve daily service goals and contribute ideas to improve quality and efficiency

- Regulate the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment.

- Season, portion and plate meals, including sauces and garnishes.

- Prepare meals to accommodate special dietary requirements.

Required Skills & Experience:

- Minimum 1 year of work experience in a commercial kitchen environment, ideally in a fast-paced or high-volume setting

- Formal training in commercial cookery (Certificate III/IV or international equivalent), or equivalent experience in preparing and cooking meals in a commercial hospitality setting

- Proven ability to prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items, to consistent quality and timing standards

- Familiarity with food safety and hygiene practices aligned with Australian standards

- Effective communication skills and proven ability to work collaboratively in a kitchen team environment

- Availability to work across weekdays, weekends and public holidays as required

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