Cook

IBC HOSPITALITY PTY LTD T/A Cafe 63 Caboolture; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cafe 63 Caboolture, operated by IBC HOSPITALITY PTY LTD, is seeking skilled cooks to join our Caboolture kitchen team. Candidates should have a passion for hospitality, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Immediate start with negotiable salary; weekend work will be required. The role targets long-term, full-time employment within a busy events and functions environment in Queensland.

Qualifications

• Minimum AQF Certificate III; on-the-job training of 2+ years; ANZSCO Skill Level 3 for AQF IV option.
• Two years of experience in a professional kitchen preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and long shifts in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage catering for events and conferences.
• Prepare and cook food; season food during cooking.
• Portion and plate food, including sauces, gravies and garnishes.
• Maintain HACCP practices and ensure food safety.
• Train other kitchen staff and apprentices.
• Lead by example and maintain high kitchen standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Catering planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

AQF Certificate III

AQF Certificate IV

Job description

Cafe 63 is a restaurant operated by IBC HOSPITALITY PTY LTD. The company operates in the hospitality industry, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as the needs of adjoining hotels. The business also has a function/events space hosting functions and catering to mid- to large-scale events. We are seeking experienced and passionate cooks to join our kitchen team in Caboolture, QLD.

Skills, experience and responsibilities

• Two years of experience in a professional kitchen preferred
• Plan and manage catering for events and conferences
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Complete responsibilities and assignments on time
• Anticipate and attend promptly to guests' requirements
• Ensure full implementation of HACCAP practices
• Maintain harmonious relationships with team members
• Maintain high standards and lead by example
• Examine foodstuffs to ensure quality
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• Prepare and cook food; season food during cooking
• Portion and plate food, including sauces, gravies and garnishes
• Store food in temperature-controlled facilities
• Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements
• Train other kitchen staff and apprentices

Qualifications:

Leadership, team management, customer service and outstanding communication skills; self-driven with strong managerial skills. Minimum AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).

Employment and application

• An immediate start and negotiable salary are offered.
• Australian citizens or permanent residents will be preferred.
• Eligible to work in Australia and available for an immediate start
• Able to work on weekends
• Seeking a long-term, full-time role
• All conversations will be completely confidential.