Cook

Rowanos Croydon; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowanos Croydon is looking for a kitchen team member to prepare and cook a range of Italian dishes, including pizza and pasta, in a fast-paced setting.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety, and assist with daily prep and service. A positive attitude and excellent teamwork are essential, with availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience in a commercial kitchen or hospitality role.
• Basic understanding of Italian cuisine (training provided if required).
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork skills.
• Good communication and reliability.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of Italian meals including pizza, pasta, and main dishes.
• Follow established recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Maintain strict food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene practices.
• Assist with daily preparation, cooking, and service support.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and safe.
• Work closely with chefs and kitchen staff during service periods.
• Check food quality before service to ensure consistency.
• Support stock management, storage, and rotation procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of Italian meals including pizza, pasta, and main dishes
• Follow established recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards
• Maintain strict food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene practices
• Assist with daily preparation, cooking, and service support
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and safe
• Work closely with chefs and kitchen staff during service periods
• Check food quality before service to ensure consistency
• Support stock management, storage, and rotation procedures

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years experience in a commercial kitchen or hospitality role
• Basic understanding of Italian cuisine (training provided if required)
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork skills
• Good communication and reliability
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays