About Us

Kiln at Belco Arts is a hospitality venue located within the Belconnen Arts Centre, offering a welcoming dining experience in a vibrant arts and cultural environment.

We are seeking a motivated, qualified and experienced Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will have a passion for food, strong culinary skills and the ability to work efficiently in a professional kitchen environment.

About the Role

As a Cook at Kiln at Belco Arts, you will play an significant role in the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring meals are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard. You will work closely with the kitchen team to maintain food quality, kitchen efficiency and excellent food safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare, cook and present a variety of meals in accordance with menu specifications and established recipes.

· Assist with menu planning, food preparation and the development of new dishes.

· Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation.

· Monitor food preparation processes and cooking times to ensure meals are served promptly.

· Maintain food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with relevant regulations.

· Ensure proper food storage, stock rotation and temperature control.

· Monitor kitchen inventory, assist with stock ordering and minimise food wastage.

· Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, utensils and equipment.





· Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

· Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

· Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or a higher relevant qualification.

· A minimum of 1–2 years of relevant professional cooking experience.

· Demonstrated knowledge of various cooking methods, food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.

· Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy hospitality environment.

· Strong communication, teamwork and time-management skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a kitchen team.

· A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.

What we Offer?

· Competitive annual salary of $80,000 – $85,000 plus superannuation.

· Full-time employment opportunity.

· Opportunity to work in a vibrant hospitality and arts environment.

· Supportive and collaborative kitchen team.

How to Apply

If you have the relevant qualifications, professional cooking experience and passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience through SEEK.

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