Job Description
Royal Hotel Sea Lake is a community owned and operated country hotel providing
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accommodation, dining and hospitality services to local residents, visitors and travellers
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throughout the Mallee region. Our restaurant offers a range of traditional pub favourites
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and contemporary dishes prepared using fresh produce.
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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team on a full
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time basis.
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About the role
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The Cook will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking food in accordance
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with the hotels menu, recipes and food quality standards. The position will work closely
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with the kitchen and service team to ensure meals are prepared consistently, safely and
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efficiently during busy service periods.
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Key responsibilities
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Examine and select foodstuffs and ingredients to ensure quality and freshness.
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Prepare and cook food in accordance with established recipes, menu requirements and service standards.
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Prepare ingredients by cleaning, cutting, chopping, mixing, weighing and measuring as required.
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Regulate and monitor temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
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Season food during cooking and ensure appropriate taste, texture and presentation.
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Portion food and plate meals appropriately, including adding sauces, gravies and garnishes.
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Prepare meals including meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, salads and other menu items.
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Prepare food to accommodate special dietary requirements where required.
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Monitor food during preparation and cooking to ensure it is properly cooked and presented.
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Store food and ingredients appropriately in temperature controlled facilities.
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Maintain appropriate food preparation, storage and handling practices in accordance with food safety requirements.
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Maintain cleanliness of cooking equipment, utensils and food preparation areas.
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Minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation, storage and portion control.
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Assist with preparation and organisation of food requirements for daily service and functions.
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Work cooperatively with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared and served within required timeframes.
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Follow workplace health and safety and food hygiene procedures at all times.
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Skills and experience
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Relevant qualification such as Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
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Relevant experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, hotel or similar dining establishment. (Minimum 1-year full time)
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Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
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Ability to operate commercial cooking equipment including ovens, grills and fryers.
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Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food storage practices.
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Ability to follow recipes, portion requirements and food preparation procedures.
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Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a kitchen team.
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Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.
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Salary
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$80,000 AUD per annum
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Plus superannuation, in accordance with the applicable employment arrangements.
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What we offer
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Full time employment with an established regional hospitality business.
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A supportive country hotel workplace.
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Opportunity to work in a varied commercial kitchen servicing restaurant, hotel and function customers.
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Ongoing employment and professional development opportunities.
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Royal Hotel Sea Lake
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74 Best Street, Sea Lake VIC ****
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