Location: South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
Full-Time: Immediate start
Job Title: Cook
Salary Range: $79,500 - $85,000 excluding superannuation – depending on skill level.
Job Closes Date: 30 Days

About the Role
On behalf of our client, a premier hospitality venue known for its up-to-date Australian bistro, vibrant sports bar, and exceptional event spaces, we are seeking an experienced Cook to join their kitchen team. This role is integral to delivering high-quality, pub-style meals that showcase fresh, local produce and seasonal flavours. You will work in a fast-paced environment, supporting a menu that ranges from classic steaks and seafood to share plates and function catering.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Inspect and assess all incoming food supplies to ensure freshness, quality, and adherence to safety standards, rejecting any substandard items.
• Precisely calibrate and monitor cooking equipment, including ovens, grills, fryers, and salamanders, to maintain optimal temperatures for consistent results.
• Prepare, season, and cook a diverse range of dishes, from hearty pub classics to contemporary bistro plates, adjusting recipes as needed.
• Portion and plate meals with attention to presentation, adding appropriate sauces, gravies, and garnishes to meet venue standards.
• Safely store all prepared and raw ingredients in temperature-controlled cool rooms and freezers,



logging temperatures and rotating stock to minimize waste.
• Adapt dishes to accommodate special dietary requirements, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and allergen-sensitive requests.
• Assist with menu planning and estimation of food quantities for regular service and large-scale events, such as weddings and corporate functions.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff and apprentices, ensuring correct techniques, hygiene practices, and workflow efficiency.

Requirements
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen, preferably in a high-volume bistro or hotel setting.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP principles, and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Relevant qualification to above field.

Apply now
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Please note: We are acting as recruitment agents on behalf of our client. Employer details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

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