Job Description

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Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description n

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.

About the Role n

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 effective 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

Key Responsibilities n

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1. Prepare and cook a range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and kitchen procedures
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2. Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment during food preparation
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3. Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and quality
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4. Season food during cooking to maintain consistent taste and presentation
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5. 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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7. Store food and ingredients appropriately in temperature-controlled areas
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8. Monitor ingredient usage and assist with estimating food requirements for daily service
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9. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and storage areas
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10. Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to support smooth service operations
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11. Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times
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Candidate Requirements nn
1. Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
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2. Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen
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3. Experience working in a busy restaurant or casual dining environment
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4. Strong understanding of food preparation and commercial cooking techniques
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5. Ability to maintain consistent food quality, portioning and presentation
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6. Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices
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7. Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
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8. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
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9. Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted
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