Position: Cook

Position Type: Full time

Salary: $79,000 to $82,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Edge Hill, Cairns QLD 4870

Our client is seeking a skilled Cook to join their restaurant located in Edge Hill, Cairns Far North Queensland.

The Cook is a hands-on member of the kitchen team responsible for preparing and cooking food for the restaurant service. The role supports the day-to-day delivery of the menu by completing kitchen preparation, cooking dishes to venue standards, maintaining a clean and organised work area, and working closely with the wider team to ensure food is served consistently and on time.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

·Prepare and cook menu items using the cooking methods and kitchen equipment appropriate to the dish and Guerrilla's service requirements.

·Complete daily food preparation and mise en place for restaurant service, including washing, cutting, trimming and portioning ingredients.

·Monitor cooking processes and equipment to ensure food is cooked safely, consistently and to the required standard.

·Season and finish dishes during preparation and cooking in accordance with venue recipes, specifications and presentation standards.

·Portion and plate food consistently, including applying sauces, garnishes and other finishing elements as required for service.





·Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before and during preparation and raise any concerns regarding unsuitable or poor-quality food.

·Prepare meals in accordance with customer dietary requirements and allergen procedures where applicable.

·Store, label and rotate food appropriately and maintain required temperature controls to support food safety and minimise wastage.

·Keep the allocated kitchen section, equipment, utensils and preparation areas clean, organised and ready for service.

·Work closely with other kitchen and front-of-house team members to coordinate orders and maintain efficient service during busy periods.

·Assist with monitoring and replenishing ingredients and kitchen supplies required for service and participate in stock rotation and stocktakes as required.

·Follow all applicable food safety, hygiene, workplace health and safety and company procedures.

Requirements:

·AQF Certificate III or higher qualification in relevant field.

·At least one (1) year of work experience as a Cook or in a similar role.

·Ability to prepare and cook food using a range of cooking methods and commercial kitchen equipment.

·Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.

·Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining food quality and presentation standards.

·Good teamwork, communication and organisational skills.

·Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

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