Job Description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

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Job Description

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AJM Associates Pty Ltd, trading as La Porchetta Colac, operates an Italian-style casual dining restaurant in Colac, Victoria. The restaurant offers a broad menu including pizzas, pastas, mains, salads, sides and other family-style meals, with a focus on consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations and reliable customer service across dine-in and takeaway trading periods.

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About the Role

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La Porchetta Colac is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will prepare and cook a range of menu items, maintain consistent quality and portioning, and support efficient day-to-day kitchen operations during busy service periods. Location: 35-37 Murray Street, Colac VIC 3250

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Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

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Key Responsibilities

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- Prepare and cook a range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and kitchen procedures
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- Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment during food preparation
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- Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and quality
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- Season food during cooking to maintain consistent taste and presentation
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- Portion and plate meals in accordance with restaurant standards
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- Prepare food to meet dietary requirements and customer requests where required
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- Store food and ingredients appropriately in temperature-controlled areas
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- Monitor ingredient usage and assist with estimating food requirements for daily service
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- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and storage areas
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- Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to support smooth service operations
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- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times
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Candidate Requirements

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- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
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- Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen
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- Experience working in a busy restaurant or casual dining workplace
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- Strong understanding of food preparation and commercial cooking techniques
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- Ability to maintain consistent food quality, portioning and presentation
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- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices
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- Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
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- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
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- Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted
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