Job Description
As a Cook / Kitchen Team Member, you'll bring
Mi Casa Es Tu Casa
to life through fresh, high-quality food, consistency and teamwork.
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You'll play a key role in delivering the Costa Taco experience, taking pride in every plate while working across prep, line, pass and kitchen support in a quick-paced environment. You'll also help create a strong sense of community by supporting your team and contributing to a kitchen where everyone works together.
Key Responsibilities n
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Prepare and cook food according to Costa Taco recipes, procedures and presentation standards.
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Maintain high standards of quality, freshness, consistency, speed and portion control.
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Work across prep, line, pass and kitchen support as required.
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Complete daily preparation, labelling, storage and stock rotation correctly.
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Restock service stations and support smooth lunch and dinner service.
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Follow Costa Taco systems, kitchen procedures and operational checklists consistently.
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Maintain a clean, organised and service-ready kitchen.
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Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards, including temperature logs and sanitising procedures.
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Monitor and record food wastage and support stocktakes and inventory procedures.




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Communicate clearly with the Kitchen and Front of House teams throughout service.
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Complete opening, service and closing responsibilities, reporting any issues to the Kitchen Supervisor.
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What We're Looking For n
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A genuine passion for food, quality, freshness and hospitality.
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A positive attitude, strong work ethic and team-player mindset.
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Confidence working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Strong attention to detail, speed, initiative and cleanliness.
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Comfort working within clear systems, recipes, expectations and procedures.
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Pride in delivering consistently high-quality food.
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A willingness to learn and develop across different kitchen sections.
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Flexibility across lunch, dinner and weekends.
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What We Offer n
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Structured training and opportunities to develop across all kitchen areas.
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Career opportunities across all Costa Taco venues.
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50% staff discount across all our venues.
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Opportunities to participate in new venue openings, events and partnerships.
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The opportunity to work alongside a diverse team from around the world.
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📌 Chef/Cook - Burleigh Heads (Gold Coast)
🏢 Costa Taco
📍 Gold Coast