Cook Full Time

CS Trading No. 1 Pty Ltd T/A El Corte Fino

Sydney, NSW 2000

$80,000 a year - Full-time

CS Trading No. 1 Pty Ltd, trading as El Corte Fino, operates El Corte, an Argentinian steakhouse located at Shop 2 C08, Ground Floor, ICC Sydney, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000. The restaurant offers a distinctive dining experience inspired by Argentina's rich culinary traditions, combining premium produce, authentic Argentinian flavours, fire-cooked dishes and warm hospitality. Its menu showcases traditional parrilla-style cooking, featuring quality Australian beef, signature steaks prepared over an open flame, empanadas, house-made chimichurri and a range of other dishes reflecting Argentinian cuisine. The business is committed to delivering memorable dining experiences through its emphasis on food quality, authentic cooking techniques, carefully selected ingredients and professional customer service. In addition to its regular restaurant operations, El Corte provides a range of dining and hospitality experiences, including waterfront dining, group celebrations, private functions, special events and late-night dining. Catering to local residents, domestic and international visitors, tourists, corporate customers and the wider Sydney community, the restaurant aims to establish itself as a recognised destination for authentic Argentinian steakhouse dining.

To support its ongoing operations and maintain its high culinary standards, CS Trading No. 1 Pty Ltd seeks to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Full-Time Cook. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with the restaurant's menu, recipes and established quality standards. The role will involve preparing ingredients, handling and portioning meat, cooking steaks and other menu items, maintaining food quality and presentation, monitoring food supplies, assisting with stock control and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements. This position is important to maintaining consistency in food preparation, supporting efficient kitchen operations and delivering a high-quality dining experience to customers.

About the role:

The role of a Cook at CS Trading No. 1 Pty Ltd, trading as El Corte Fino,



involves a range of practical culinary responsibilities that are essential to the efficient operation of the restaurant's kitchen. A key responsibility is preparing and cooking food in accordance with established recipes, menu specifications and the restaurant's Argentinian steakhouse concept. This includes preparing ingredients, handling and portioning quality meat, cooking steaks and other dishes using appropriate cooking methods, and ensuring that meals are consistently prepared and presented to the required standards. The Cook must demonstrate sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking temperatures, ingredient handling and kitchen equipment, particularly when working with premium meat products and traditional parrilla-style cooking. The Cook is also responsible for assisting with the preparation of menu items, monitoring ingredient quality and freshness, maintaining appropriate stock levels, rotating supplies and minimising food wastage. Other important duties include maintaining clean and organised food preparation and cooking areas, following food safety and hygiene procedures, storing ingredients correctly and coordinating with other kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation during service periods. Through effective food preparation, attention to detail and consistent cooking practices, the Cook contributes to maintaining El Corte Fino's food quality, authentic culinary offering, kitchen efficiency and overall customer satisfaction. These responsibilities support the restaurant's reputation as an Argentinian steakhouse and its continued success in Sydney's competitive hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure the presentation and cleanliness of the kitchen is maintained to a high standard.
- Ensure the highest quality and presentation of all food products served, including the production and preparation of food.




- Ensure a high standard of customer service is developed and maintained in the kitchen.

- Cook different food of the menu.
- Cook Special meals.

- Ensure stock levels for trade requirements are maintained for food and related equipment.
- Check all kitchen deliveries and creation of purchase orders to match all invoices received for kitchen supplies.
- Maintain, continually review and improve food stock control systems and processes.
- Ensure regular and concise food stock takes are conducted and any discrepancies are investigated.

- Delegate tasks, direct and supervise kitchen staff to ensure the productive and effective operation of the kitchen.
- Development of kitchen staff rostering.
- Correctly train new staff to ensure their operational effectiveness.
- Train and develop staff to increase their skills and knowledge in food preparation and presentation.
- Abide by Policies and Procedures in relation to employee issues.
- Maintain internal communications to ensure productivity and teamwork.

- Report and document all incidents/accidents as per procedures.
- Practice and promote policies and procedures in relation to fire, occupational health and safety, security and food hygiene standards.
- Ensure compliance with the Hospitality Award.
- Promote a safe and healthy workplace and minimize any safety hazards or risks by either eliminating or controlling the risk.
- Report all matters that have the potential to adversely affect the restaurant.

Candidate must have:

· 1-2 years previous experience as a cook.

· Be able to work within a team to continue to meet the high standards expected excellent communicate

· Relevant qualification of industry skills or proven experience

· Strong management and planning skills

· Attention to detail

· Passion for food and producing high quality dishes

· Driven to achieve high standard and efficient service

We will provide:

· Good working environment

· Complete support from management

· Two days off per week

Schedule:

· Flexible hours

· Public holidays

· Rotating roster

· Weekend availability

If you are interested in the role available please apply with a resume and cover letter.

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook (Sydney)
🏢 CS TRADING NO.1
📍 Sydney