The Client
Gathering Spot Café is a well-known cafe restaurant in Rochedale South in QLD. They are a popular establishment with a grocery joint in the area with a reputation for quality food. They are looking for an experienced Cook to join their team.
The Role
This is a full time role with an annual salary of AUD 74,000 to AUD 80,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Rochedale South in QLD.
Responsibilities
- Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
- Cook a variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
- Use different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
- Portion food, place it on plates, and add gravies, sauces and garnishes
- Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment and maintain them in valuable working condition
- Report to management if any maintenance is required
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
- Order raw materials from suppliers as per business needs
- Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
- Follow and maintain all OH&S; requirements for safe kitchen operations
- Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
- Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
- Assist with the ordering of supplies
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
- Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager
Requirements
- At least a Certificate 4 qualification in commercial cookery
- Minimum 2 years of cookery experience in a commercial kitchen
- At least 2 years’ experience cooking on the grill
- At least 2 years’ experience preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options
- Ability to cook different proteins including seafood, beef, lamb and pork
- Passion for great food and presentation
- Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
- Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
- Experience in training kitchen staff
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