Cook (Full-Time)

Restaurant 317 is an award-winning Mediterranean and Italian restaurant located in Parramatta, NSW. Established in 2005, Restaurant 317 has become one of Parramatta's longest-standing restaurants, renowned for its authentic Mediterranean cuisine, exceptional customer service, and commitment to accommodating a wide range of dietary requirements. The restaurant is proudly recognised as the first restaurant in NSW accredited by Coeliac Australia and offers a diverse menu featuring premium steaks, seafood, pizzas, pastas, grilled meats, vegan, vegetarian, halal-certified, and gluten-free dishes.

Due to continued business growth and increasing customer demand, we are seeking an experienced, motivated, and passionate Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team.

Position: Cook

Location: Parramatta NSW

Working Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: $70,000 – 80,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on skills and experience.

Requirements:

- Certificate III or IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 1-2 years of relevant full-time work experience as a Cook (Grade-3).
- Strong knowledge of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Robust organisational and time management abilities.
- Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and WHS requirements.
- Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff.




- High attention to detail and commitment to food quality.

Key Responsibilities:

- Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals in accordance with Restaurant 317's menu standards.
- Assisting head chef in menu planning and development, including introducing new dishes and seasonal menu items.
- Preparing a variety of Mediterranean and Italian dishes including pizzas, pastas, seafood, grilled meats, and specialty dietary meals.
- Fully Conversant in the use of knives, food processor and the operation of rotisserie machine used to cook chickens and meat
- Seasoning of food during cooking for the appropriate taste, portion food, place in dishes, add gravy, sauces and garnishes
- Preparation of sauces, salads and dressings
- Supervising kitchen operations and providing guidance to cooks and kitchen hands.
- Training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, kitchen procedures, and food safety practices.
- Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering, receiving, and storage of food supplies.
- Implementing stock rotation procedures and minimising food wastage.
- Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
- Collaborating with management and front-of-house staff to ensure excellent customer satisfaction.

Applications deadline: 4 weeks after posting date

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📌 Cook (New South Wales)
🏢 Restaurant 317
📍 New South Wales