The Nines Emporium is a popular café located in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. Established in 2015, we are known for our creative all-day breakfast and lunch menu, fresh ingredients, innovative flavours and beautifully presented dishes.

We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic and experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, consistency and presentation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Prepare, season and cook a variety of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu standards.
- Prepare café-style meals, including egg dishes, sandwiches, burgers, pancakes, salads and other menu specialties.
- Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistent quality, taste and presentation.
- Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, portioning, marinating and seasoning food.
- Operate kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers and other commercial cooking appliances.
- Monitor cooking temperatures and times to ensure food is prepared safely and correctly.
- Ensure appropriate food storage, stock rotation and portion control to minimise wastage.
- Accommodate customer dietary requirements, including vegetarian and gluten-free meal options.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout food preparation, cooking and storage areas.
- Follow food safety regulations,



workplace health and safety procedures and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Assist with stock management, ingredient preparation and maintaining adequate kitchen supplies.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals during busy service periods.

Qualifications and Experience

- AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Relevant commercial cooking experience in a café, restaurant or similar hospitality establishment.
- Experience preparing breakfast, brunch and lunch menus in a busy commercial kitchen.
- Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and food safety practices.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality.
- Good communication, organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to work weekends and public holidays as required.

What We Offer

- Full-time employment in an established Sunshine Coast café.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to a creative and evolving café menu.
- Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience.
- Opportunity for ongoing career development.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their updated resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications and cooking experience.

📌 Cook wanted (Maroochydore)
🏢 The Nines
📍 Maroochydore