Cook

Accor Apartments & Realty; Bowral; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty in Bowral, NSW, is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team. You will assist experienced chefs in preparing ingredients, learn cooking techniques, and contribute to menu items that delight guests.

This role offers hands-on learning in a fast-paced kitchen, focusing on hygiene, knife skills, and consistent culinary standards. Flexibility for mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and a desire to pursue a culinary career.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ingredient prep: washing, chopping, measuring.
• Adhere to hygiene and sanitation guidelines for safe food handling.
• Seek opportunities to learn cooking techniques and flavors.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen workspace and wash dishes.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Enthusiasm to learn

Good communication

Attention to detail

Flexible availability

Job description

Purpose

As a Cook, you are an essential part of our kitchen brigade, assisting experienced chefs in various culinary tasks, learning the art of cooking while contributing to the creation of delectable dishes. You will gain valuable hands-on experience, develop your culinary skills, and help the team create dishes that leave wonderful memories.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including washing, chopping, and measuring. Learn proper techniques for handling and cutting various food items
• Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation guidelines to ensure the safe handling of food
• Seek opportunities to expand your knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavour profiles
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen workspace, including washing dishes, equipment and utensils

Skills & Experience

• Passion for cooking and a strong desire to pursue a culinary career
• Enthusiasm to learn and adapt in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high culinary standards
• Flexible availability to accommodate various shifts, including mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required