Cook

11 Recruitment; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Prayosham Pty Ltd - Folk Byron Bay is seeking a Cook to join a cafe focused on vegetarian and plant-based dishes in Byron Bay. You will prepare, cook and present menu items while maintaining quality, safety and efficient kitchen operations.

The role requires relevant culinary qualification or 3 years' experience; strong knowledge of food safety and allergen handling; ability to work cooperatively in a busy cafe and deliver high standards across breakfasts, bowls and seasonal offerings.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or 3 years of work experience.
• Sound knowledge of vegetarian and plant-based food preparation, including diverse dietary requirements.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen awareness.
• Good food preparation, portioning, plating and time-management skills in a commercial cafe environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively and maintain quality during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Examine fresh produce and ingredients for quality and ethical sourcing.
• Regulate oven and equipment temperatures for safe cooking.
• Prepare and cook vegetarian and plant-based dishes including breakfast items and bowls.
• Season and finish dishes with herbs, spices and house-made accompaniments.
• Portion, plate and garnish meals to meet menu standards.
• Store and label prepared foods with proper stock rotation.
• Prepare items for vegan/gluten-free diets and allergen-aware procedures.
• Organise mise en place and assist with stock rotation for service.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen following health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Vegetarian & plant-based cooking

Food safety & hygiene

Time-management

Communication & teamwork

Kitchen operations

Education

Culinary qualification or 3 years’ experience

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Full-time Cook position available with competitive salary. Work in a dynamic team in Byron Bay, NSW 2481.

• Full-Time Cook
• $80,000 - $85,000 p.a. plus superannuation
• Work in a professional environment.

Position Overview

Prayosham Pty Ltd - Folk Byron Bay is a Byron Bay cafe centred on house-made, home-grown food, with a strong commitment to vegetarian and plant-based eating and to organic, local and ethical produce. Its menu showcases fresh cafe dishes, house-made accompaniments and dietary-conscious options in an open-kitchen setting. As a Cook at Prayosham Pty Ltd, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting Folk Byron Bay's vegetarian and plant-based menu while maintaining quality, food safety and efficient kitchen operations.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Examine fresh produce, grains, dairy alternatives and other ingredients to ensure quality and suitability before use, with particular attention to the cafe's organic, local and ethical sourcing approach.
• Regulate and monitor the temperatures of ovens, grills, cooktops and other kitchen equipment to achieve consistent cooking results and safe food handling.
• Prepare and cook Folk Byron Bay's vegetarian and plant-based dishes, including breakfast items, grain-based bowls, burritos, salads and other seasonal cafe menu offerings.
• Season and finish dishes during preparation using appropriate herbs, spices, dressings and house-made accompaniments such as sauces, preserves, pesto, dukkah, pickles and kraut.
• Portion, plate and garnish meals to maintain consistent presentation, serving sizes and menu standards during service.
• Store prepared foods, fresh ingredients and perishable products in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities, using correct labelling and stock-rotation practices.
• Prepare menu items and suitable variations for vegan, gluten-free and other dietary requirements while following established allergen-awareness and cross-contamination procedures.
• Organise daily mise en place, monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock rotation so the kitchen is prepared for service and food wastage is minimised.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and safe kitchen by following food safety, sanitation and workplace health and safety procedures throughout preparation, service and close-down.
• Work closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to keep service flowing efficiently, communicate menu availability and support consistent food quality during busy cafe periods.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant qualification or 3 years of work experience
• Sound knowledge of vegetarian and plant-based food preparation, including the ability to work with varied dietary requirements.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergen awareness and safe kitchen practices.
• Good food preparation, portioning, plating and time-management skills in a commercial cafe environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively and maintain consistent quality during busy service periods.

Salary

The role offers a remuneration package ranging from $80,000 - $85,000 p.a plus superannuation for a 38-hour work week.