Our client, Townsville Charcoal Chicken at Garbutt, QLD, is looking for an experienced Cook to join the team. Townsville Charcoal Chicken is a local food business serving the Townsville community. It is built around flame-grilled charcoal chicken, served with fresh sides, wraps and salads. The business is known for juicy, flavourful chicken and a fresh approach to everyday meals. Your new role This is a full-time opening in a busy kitchen where flame-grilling is the heart of the menu. It suits a skilled, dependable cook who takes pride in consistent quality and enjoys working as part of a team. In this role you will:
• Prepare and cook charcoal chicken and the rest of the menu to the standard customers expect, batch after batch.
• Control the heat of the charcoal grills, ovens and other cooking equipment so that every item is cooked safely, evenly and on time.
• Check each delivery of chicken, produce and other ingredients on arrival, and set aside anything that does not meet quality standards.
• Season and baste chicken and other dishes during cooking, tasting and adjusting so the flavour stays consistent.
• Prepare fresh sides, salads and fillings for wraps, keeping portions and presentation uniform.
• Portion cooked food, plate or pack it, and finish each order with the correct gravies, sauces and garnishes.
• Prepare meals for customers with special dietary needs or allergies, taking care with ingredients and avoiding cross-contamination.
• Store raw and cooked food in refrigerated and other temperature controlled areas,



labelling and rotating stock to keep it safe and fresh.
• Monitor and record fridge, freezer and hot-holding temperatures in line with food safety requirements.
• Marinate and prepare chicken ahead of service so the kitchen is ready for busy periods.
• Contribute ideas for menu items, specials and seasonal sides, and estimate the quantities of chicken and produce needed for upcoming trading days.
• Help manage stock levels and ordering to keep waste low and costs under control.
• Train and guide kitchen team members and apprentices in cooking techniques, hygiene and safe work practices.
• Keep the kitchen, grills and equipment clean, and follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with front-of-house staff to keep orders accurate and moving during peak times. About you:
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Cook
• A Diploma in Commercial Cookery or higher
• A strong understanding of food safety and hygiene
• A reliable team player who stays calm under pressure
• Careful attention to detail in flavour, portion size and presentation
• Good organisation and time management in a rapid-paced kitchen
• A positive attitude and willingness to share knowledge with others Salary & Employment

Conditions:
• Permanent, full-time position (38 hours per week)
• $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you Please be sure to combine a covering letter addressing the key criteria set out above as the first page of your resume.

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