About the business

ACJ Holdings Pty Ltd t/as Grappa Ristorante e Bar, is an authentic Italian restaurant located at Shop 1, 267–277 Norton Street, Leichhardt, in the heart of Sydney’s Little Italy. Established in 1999, Grappa has welcomed the local community and diners from across Sydney for more than 25 years, hosting everything from intimate dinners to large family celebrations and events in its spacious, elegant dining room. The kitchen builds an ever-changing menu around fresh, locally sourced seasonal seafood, meat, poultry, fruit and vegetables, together with the finest imported Italian ingredients, to deliver classic Italian flavours and traditional cooking techniques, complemented by a full bar and an extensive list of Australian and Italian wines.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and reliable Cook to join our kitchen team at Grappa Ristorante e Bar.

The successful candidate will prepare and present a wide range of authentic Italian dishes across lunch and dinner service, working with fresh seasonal Australian produce and quality Italian ingredients. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong cooking skills, attention to detail and a genuine passion for traditional Italian cuisine, who can deliver consistently high standards in a busy, high-volume kitchen.

Job tasks and responsibilities

- Prepare, season, cook, and present a variety of dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, in accordance with menu standards.
- Inspect food ingredients for quality and freshness before use and monitor dishes during and after preparation to ensure consistency and presentation.
- Plan and coordinate daily kitchen operations,



including organising ingredients and preparing mise en place to ensure efficient service.
- Regulate oven, grill, stovetop, and other cooking equipment to ensure accurate cooking temperatures and times.
- Prepare meals in line with specific dietary needs, allergies, and customer preferences, adjusting recipes and ingredients as required.
- Portion, arrange, and garnish dishes before serving, ensuring consistent presentation and portion sizes.
- Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, maintaining accuracy in quantity and timing to achieve consistent quality.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, cooking equipment, and food preparation areas in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals, particularly during busy service periods.
- Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing of current dishes based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Estimate food and ingredient requirements, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate with suppliers to replenish stock as needed.
- Provide input and communicate with supervisors or management to suggest improvements in food quality, menu items, and overall kitchen operations.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety and food handling procedures at all times.

Skills required

- At least a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and 1 year of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
- Ability to prepare authentic Italian dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Good attention to detail, organisation and time-management skills in a busy kitchen environment.

Salary

Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000 plus superannuation

📌 Cook required (Leichhardt)
🏢 Grappa Ristorante e Bar
📍 Leichhardt