Cook

Labour Support Group; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cafe63 Raintrees in Manunda, Cairns QLD is seeking an experienced Cook for a full-time permanent role with an annual salary of AU$73,000 plus superannuation. Duties include cooking to standard recipes, presenting dishes, and assisting with prep under supervision.

Requirements: Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and at least 12 months in a commercial kitchen; grill/open-fire experience; ability to prepare pasta and sauces; accommodate dietary restrictions; strong food safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• At least 12 months experience as a cook in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience with grill/open fire cooking and pasta/sauce from scratch.
• Experience catering to dietary restrictions (gluten-free, vegan, nut-free).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following standard recipes, prep methods, and kitchen procedures.
• Present dishes attractively while maintaining consistency, taste, and portions.
• Assist with food preparation and service under supervision.
• Monitor food quality and ensure meals are served at correct temperatures.
• Follow daily menus, production schedules, and portion requirements.
• Check and record food temperatures to comply with food safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and areas.
• Support stock rotation, ingredient storage, and inventory handling.
• Operate kitchen appliances and cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Communicate with kitchen staff and supervisors regarding requirements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist during busy service periods to maintain workflow efficiency

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Dietary requirements knowledge

Team communication

Education

Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

The Client Cafe63 Raintrees in Manunda in Cairns QLD is a reputable restaurant that offers variety of food options. They are currently looking for an experienced Cook to join their team. The Role This is for a full-time role with an annual salary set at $73,000, depending on experience plus superannuation. Duties will include:

• Prepare and cook meals following standard recipes, preparation methods, and kitchen procedures
• Present dishes attractively while maintaining consistency, taste, and portion standards
• Assist with food preparation and service activities under the direction of kitchen supervisors or chefs
• Monitor food quality and ensure meals are served at appropriate temperatures
• Follow daily menus, production schedules, and portion requirements during kitchen operations
• Check and record food temperatures to ensure compliance with food safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment, and preparation areas
• Support stock rotation, ingredient storage, and inventory handling procedures
• Operate kitchen appliances and cooking equipment safely and efficiently
• Communicate with kitchen staff and supervisors regarding food preparation and operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards
• Support kitchen operations during busy service periods while maintaining workflow efficiency

Requirements ? At least a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) ? Minimum 12 months of experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen ?

At least 12 months’ experience in cooking using grill and open fire ? At least 12 months’ experience in preparing pastas and sauces from scratch ? At least 12 months’ experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.

? Must be able to work with proteins like pork, beef and seafood ? Must know how to prepare meals to dietary requirements ? Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe work practices in a commercial kitchen ?

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, including evenings, weekends and public holidays