Casual Cook

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair pay (Fast-Food Industry Award)

Flexible rosters

Uniforms & exclusive merch

Heavily discounted meals

Comprehensive training & support

Team building & crew events

Referral program: $200 per successful

Cultural celebrations

Leadership development pathways

Employee assistance program (Sonder)

Hola Central / Franchisee pathways

Job summary

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen in Melbourne is seeking a Cook to join our vibrant kitchen team. You will follow the GYG recipe guide, prepare fresh ingredients and deliver high-quality Mexican dishes to guests.

We value food safety, teamwork and strong communication. This role offers on-site hours, training and opportunities for career growth within the brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen/cooking role in a busy hospitality environment.
• Certificate in commercial cookery or equivalent experience.
• Good understanding of food safety concerns.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow the GYG recipe guide to prepare dishes.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and deliver quality meals.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate in commercial cookery

Job description

Job Description

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavours and the power of food to bring people together. As a Cook at GYG, you will be at the heart of our mission to serve up the best Mexican food experience. Following the GYG recipe guide, your role will see you working with fresh ingredients and vibrant Mexican flavours, delivering quality creations for our new and loyal guests.

Who are we looking for?

• Experience in a kitchen / cooking role within a busy hospitality environment
• Certificate in commercial cookery or equivalent experience
• Good understanding of food safety concerns
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What's in it for me?

• Fair pay in line with the Fast-Food Industry Award
• Flexible rosters and employment stability
• Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch
• Heavily discounted GYG meals
• Comprehensive training and support to set you up for success
• Team building activities and regular crew competitions
• An uncapped referral program! Bring your mates and earn $200 per successful referral
• Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo to name a few
• Opportunities for advancing your leadership abilities – real pathways into management and beyond
• We've got your back with Sonder - a comprehensive employee assistance program, here to support you and your family
• The chance to join our Hola Central team or become a Franchisee!