S & S Foundation Pty Ltd ATF S & S Unit Trust, trading as The Bridge Bendigo, operates a hotel, pub and bistro at 49 Bridge Street, Bendigo, Victoria. The venue provides indoor and outdoor dining, offering a variety of traditional pub favourites and contemporary bistro meals, including steaks, chicken parmigiana, seafood, pizzas, burgers, salads and other lunch and dinner selections. The Bridge Bendigo also caters for private functions, group celebrations and corporate events, requiring consistent food preparation and cooking standards across its regular dining and catering services.

About the Role

The Bridge Bendigo is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking a range of pub-style and bistro meals in accordance with established recipes, food preparation procedures and presentation standards.

The position involves inspecting ingredients, operating commercial cooking equipment, monitoring cooking temperatures, preparing meals for different dietary requirements and ensuring dishes are appropriately portioned and presented. The Cook will contribute to daily lunch and dinner services and assist with food preparation for functions and catering activities as required.

Location: 49 Bridge Street, Bendigo VIC 3550

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, season and cook a variety of pub-style and contemporary bistro dishes, including steaks, chicken parmigiana, seafood, pizzas, burgers, salads and other lunch and dinner menu items in accordance with established recipes.
- Inspect fresh produce, meats, seafood, dairy products and other ingredients before preparation to ensure freshness, quality and suitability for cooking.
- Prepare ingredients for daily meal services, including washing and cutting vegetables, portioning meats,



preparing batters and coatings, and assembling ingredients for sauces, dressings and other menu components.
- Operate and regulate commercial ovens, grills, fryers and other cooking equipment, adjusting cooking times and temperatures to achieve the required results for different dishes.
- Monitor food during cooking, checking doneness, seasoning, flavour and texture, and making appropriate adjustments to maintain consistent meal quality.
- Portion cooked food, arrange meals on plates and add sauces, gravies, garnishes and accompaniments in accordance with the venue's established serving and presentation standards.
- Prepare and cook meals to accommodate customer dietary requirements, including vegetarian, gluten-free and other special dietary requests, in accordance with kitchen instructions and safe food-handling procedures.
- Assist with food preparation and cooking for private functions, group bookings and catering services, ensuring meals are prepared according to the required quantities and service arrangements.
- Store raw ingredients, prepared food and cooked items in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities, following safe cooling, refrigeration, freezing and reheating procedures.
- Monitor ingredient availability during food preparation, rotate stock using appropriate storage practices and communicate replenishment requirements to the Chef or relevant kitchen supervisor.
- Coordinate the timing of assigned cooking tasks with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared and served efficiently during busy lunch,



dinner and function services.
- Clean and maintain cooking equipment, utensils and food preparation areas, following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.

Candidate Requirements

- Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, hotel or bistro setting.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and cooking pub-style, contemporary Australian or similar restaurant meals.
- Sound knowledge of commercial cooking techniques, including grilling, frying, baking, roasting and preparation of sauces and accompaniments.
- Ability to operate commercial ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
- Experience checking ingredient quality, controlling cooking temperatures and maintaining consistent food flavour, texture and presentation.
- Ability to follow established recipes, portion requirements and kitchen preparation procedures accurately.
- Knowledge of food preparation for vegetarian, gluten-free and other special dietary requirements.
- Experience preparing meals for busy restaurant services, group bookings or catering functions will be highly regarded.
- Sound understanding of food safety, temperature-controlled storage, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
- Strong organisational, time-management, communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
- Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant qualifications, experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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