Cook

Cook

• Permanent Role
• $70-80K PA
• Cairns QLD

POSITION

We have a fulltime position of Cook available in Cairns City, QLD 4870

SKILLS

The role requires you to hold at least a relevant AQF (or equivalent) Certificate IV and 12 months of relevant full-time work experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the cook, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the restaurant consistently serves high-quality meals in a timely and efficient manner to its customers. You will work under the supervision of the Chef, assisting in the preparation and production of various food items, including a la carte dishes, buffets and banquets, following the Chef’s guidelines and specifications. Your duties will include ensuring that all ingredients are fresh, properly prepared and that dishes are cooked and presented according to the restaurant’s standards. You will also help maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Know the proper handling of food, equipment and utensils
• Prepare food according to chefs specifications and recipes
• Set up daily mis-en-place
• Ensure attractive display of food items, showpieces etc on display counters, buffets or where required
• Receive food checks, event orders and prepare them as required
• Clean and maintain your working space, store, equipment and utensils
• Check the sauces, meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, and all pre cooked and raw items to ensure quality and prevent spoilage giving special attention to all meats and seafood items
• Check kitchen before service begins, ensuring everything is neat and tidy
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• Season food during cooking
• Supervise and participate in meal service
• Train other kitchen staff and apprentices
• Cooperate and delegate work in a fair manner
• Monitor sanitation practices and follow kitchen safety standards

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledge of food related curriculum and training techniques
• Work well in a team environment and communicate clearly with others
• Understanding of raw materials, quality control and relevant skills for the effective creation and distribution of food products
• Knowledge of food preparation regulations and standards.

SALARY

The position will attract a salary between $70,000 and $80,000 per annum

TO APPLY

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the ‘Apply’ button below.