About the role

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our restaurant kitchen in Belmont. You will prepare and cook a range of restaurant dishes to our established recipes and standards, working closely with our chefs and kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.

What you'll do

- Prepare, season and cook a range of restaurant dishes in accordance with established recipes and standards
- Prepare ingredients for service, including vegetables, meats, seafood, sauces and accompaniments
- Operate ovens, grills, fryers, hotplates and other commercial cooking equipment
- Regulate and monitor cooking temperatures so food is prepared safely and consistently
- Check food and ingredients for freshness, quality and suitability before preparation
- Season food appropriately during preparation and cooking
- Monitor food throughout the cooking process to ensure correct texture, flavour and presentation
- Portion and plate food, adding sauces, garnishes and accompaniments in line with restaurant standards
- Prepare food for customers with special dietary requirements where required
- Store food and ingredients appropriately, including in temperature-controlled facilities
- Follow stock rotation and food-storage procedures to maintain freshness and minimise wastage
- Assist with estimating daily food requirements and monitoring stock levels




- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and food-preparation areas
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
- Work collaboratively with chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure efficient service
- Assist with basic training and guidance of junior kitchen staff where required

About you

You will have at least 1 year of experience as a Cook in a commercial restaurant or similar kitchen environment, along with:

- Experience using commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, fryers and hotplates
- Sound knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques
- Good knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene and safe food-storage practices
- The ability to maintain consistent food quality, portion size and presentation
- The ability to work efficiently during busy service periods
- Positive time-management and organisational skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a kitchen team
- Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please apply using the form on this page.

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