Cafe Cook: Breakfast to Brunch, Fast-Paced Kitchen

DAL MAKHANI PTY LTD; Ocean Shores; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with superannuation

Friendly, supportive team environment

Opportunity to develop skills and menu

Consistent rostered hours with advance

Staff meals and free barista-made-coff

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

DAL MAKHANI PTY LTD T/A KISO'S ESPRESSO BAR in Ocean Shores is seeking a skilled Cook to join our small kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a varied café menu for breakfast, brunch and lunch, while working closely with front-of-house staff to deliver warm, welcoming service.

The ideal candidate takes pride in food, works well under pressure and commits to high standards, HACCP practices, and consistent plating.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience cooking a range of cafe dishes, including Italian and café-style meals.
• AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and food safety knowledge.
• Able to maintain HACCP standards and high food quality in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of café dishes, including breakfast, brunch, lunch and daily specials.
• Follow standard recipes and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality.
• Check quality, freshness and quantity of food supplies and ingredients.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, marinating and portioning.
• Cook food using grills, fryers, ovens, hotplates and other kitchen equipment.
• Plate and present dishes attractively and ensure orders are ready promptly.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and receive/store deliveries correctly.
• Maintain food safety standards and correct storage, temperature control and labeling.
• Keep kitchen and work areas clean, hygienic and organized; cater for dietary requirements.
• Minimise waste and manage food costs through careful preparation and portion control.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Job description

DAL MAKHANI PTY LTD T/A KISO'S ESPRESSO BAR in Ocean Shores is seeking a skilled Cook to join our small kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a varied café menu for breakfast, brunch and lunch, while working closely with front-of-house staff to deliver warm, welcoming service.

The ideal candidate takes pride in food, works well under pressure and commits to high standards, HACCP practices, and consistent plating.