Cook

The Client

The Foodstore Café is a well-known cafe restaurant in Hawthorn East in VIC. They are a popular establishment in the area with a reputation for quality food. They are looking for an experienced Cook to join their team.

The Role

This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $80,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Hawthorn East in VIC.

Responsibilities

• Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
• Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
• Using different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
• Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
• Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
• Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
• Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Assist with the ordering of supplies
• Cooking menu items in co-operation 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 of cooking on the grill and open fire
• At least 2 years' experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.
• Must be able 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