Barbecue Cook - High-Volume Kitchen & Career Growth

Bar-B-Q Nations; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Annual leave

Personal leave

Job summary

Bar-b-q Nation in Werribee, Australia, is seeking a qualified cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will ensure HACCP compliance, prepare diverse barbecue dishes, and mentor junior staff.

The role offers a 38-hour week, a fixed base salary of AU$79,500 per year plus 12% superannuation, and comprehensive leave entitlements. You will work full-time in a supportive environment focused on culinary excellence and food safety.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (incl. 2+ years on-the-job training) is required.
• AQF Certificate IV is preferred or equivalently three years of documented relevant commercial cookery experience.
• Fluent English required for safety-critical teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Examine raw ingredients upon receipt for freshness and HACCP compliance.
• Monitor temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers, and other equipment to ensure quality and safety.
• Prepare, season, and cook diverse dishes following recipes and portion guidelines.
• Plate dishes with gravies, sauces, and garnishes for presentation.
• Cater to dietary requirements (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan).
• Store ingredients and cooked items in temperature-controlled rooms, rotate stock (FIFO).
• Assist in planning daily specials, estimating ingredient needs, and minimizing waste.
• Assist in training apprentices and junior staff in food prep and safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across prep benches and stations.

Skills

Fluent English

Knife skills

Station organisation

High-volume service

Commercial cookery techniques

HACCP compliance

Education

AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

AQF Certificate IV

3+ years relevant experience

Job description

Bar-b-q Nation in Werribee, Australia, is seeking a qualified cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will ensure HACCP compliance, prepare diverse barbecue dishes, and mentor junior staff.

The role offers a 38-hour week, a fixed base salary of AU$79,500 per year plus 12% superannuation, and comprehensive leave entitlements. You will work full-time in a supportive environment focused on culinary excellence and food safety.