Position: Cook

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 p/a plus Super

Employer Name: IRIS CAFE PTY LTD - t/a Le Bon Coffee House & Bar

A.B.N. 41 679 333 218

Job Location: Shop 29, 832/840 Lower North East Rd, Dernancourt, SA, 5075, AUSTRALIA

Advertising Period: 28 days - 15 Oct 2026 > 12 Nov 2026

To Apply

Please include Reference: J1837-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to [email protected]

Summary

Our client, IRIS CAFE PTY LTD, trading as Le Bon Coffee House & Bar, operates a contemporary café within Dernancourt Village Shopping Centre in Adelaide, South Australia. Our client is seeking to add an experienced Cook to its kitchen team, preparing a diverse selection of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and kitchen hygiene standards.

The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

- Prepare and cook breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes according to established recipes and menu specifications.
- Inspect fresh produce, meats, dairy products and other ingredients to ensure quality and freshness.
- Operate and regulate ovens, grills, stovetops and other kitchen equipment to achieve appropriate cooking temperatures.
- Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring and portioning food items before cooking.
- Season and cook meats, vegetables, sauces and other ingredients to achieve consistent flavour and texture.
- Prepare café menu items including gourmet sandwiches, burgers, salads and other freshly cooked meals.
- Plate and garnish completed dishes while maintaining consistent presentation and appropriate portion sizes.
- Monitor cooking times and food temperatures to ensure meals are prepared safely and efficiently.
- Prepare meals accommodating customer dietary requirements, allergies and specific food preferences.
- Store ingredients and prepared foods in temperature-controlled facilities according to food safety requirements.




- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation surfaces, utensils, appliances and kitchen equipment.
- Monitor ingredient stock levels and assist with ordering supplies to support daily kitchen operations.
- Coordinate food preparation and cooking activities to ensure timely service during busy trading periods.
- Assist with menu preparation, daily specials and estimating ingredient quantities to minimise food waste.
- Support and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation procedures and safe kitchen practices.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:

- A minimum of 12 months' recent, directly relevant experience working as a Cook in a café or comparable establishment.
- An AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with appropriate training, Certificate IV, or at least three years' relevant experience.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes consistently within a busy commercial kitchen workplace.
- Sound knowledge of food safety regulations, hygienic food handling procedures and appropriate temperature-controlled storage of perishable ingredients.
- Practical experience operating commercial ovens, grills, stovetops and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during daily service.
- Ability to follow established recipes, control food portions and maintain consistent standards of flavour, quality and presentation.
- Good organisational and time management skills to coordinate multiple cooking tasks while meeting customer service expectations.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with flexibility to accommodate changing kitchen priorities and customer dietary requirements.

To Apply

Please include Reference: J1837-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to [email protected]

Due to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.

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