Cafe Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours & Growth

Navshah Enterprises Pty Ltd; Georges River; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Superannuation

Training and professional development

Supportive, inclusive, team-oriented

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave entitlements

Job summary

Cafe 959, operated by Navshah Enterprises Pty Ltd, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team in Kogarah. You will be responsible for preparing and presenting quality café-style dishes and supporting all aspects of kitchen operations to ensure consistency and high standards.

The ideal candidate has proven experience as a Cook, strong teamwork and a solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and stock control. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar role within the hospitality or food service industry
• Strong teamwork, time management and organisational skills
• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, safety, hygiene regulations and kitchen procedures
• Attention to detail and a genuine passion for high-quality food
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to assist with special functions, seasonal menus and varying customer requirements
• A relevant qualification in commercial cookery or equivalent certification is highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and assessing food items to ensure quality, freshness and consistency
• Monitoring and regulating the temperature of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment to ensure optimal cooking conditions
• Preparing, cooking and presenting a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards
• Seasoning and adjusting food during preparation to achieve desired flavours
• Portioning and plating meals attractively, including the addition of sauces and garnishes
• Storing ingredients and prepared food in temperature-controlled environments to maintain food safety and quality
• Preparing meals to accommodate special dietary needs and customer preferences
• Assisting with menu planning and estimating food and ingredient requirements
• Providing guidance and on-the-job training to junior kitchen staff
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen

Skills

Cook experience

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

Cafe 959, operated by Navshah Enterprises Pty Ltd, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team in Kogarah. You will be responsible for preparing and presenting quality café-style dishes and supporting all aspects of kitchen operations to ensure consistency and high standards.

The ideal candidate has proven experience as a Cook, strong teamwork and a solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and stock control. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive salary and benefits.