Cook

First Link Careers; Colac; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

La Porchetta Colac is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team at 35-37 Murray Street, Colac VIC. You will prepare and cook a range of menu items, maintain quality and portioning, and support busy service periods in a casual dining environment.

The role is full-time permanent, with a salary of 75,000 to 85,000 AUD per year plus super. Applicants should have Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and 1–2 years of restaurant experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or related discipline.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience in a busy restaurant or casual dining environment.
• Strong understanding of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, portioning and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety and safe food-handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of menu items per recipes and kitchen procedures.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and cooking equipment.
• Inspect ingredients to ensure freshness and quality.
• Season food and maintain consistent taste and presentation.
• Portion and plate meals to restaurant standards.
• Meet dietary requirements and customer requests when required.
• Store food and ingredients in temperature-controlled areas.
• Monitor ingredient usage and assist with daily food planning.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at workstations and storage areas.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to support smooth service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

AJM Associates Pty Ltd, trading as La Porchetta Colac, operates an Italian-style casual dining restaurant in Colac, Victoria. The restaurant offers a broad menu including pizzas, pastas, mains, salads, sides and other family-style meals, with a focus on consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations and reliable customer service across dine-in and takeaway trading periods.

About the Role

La Porchetta Colac is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will prepare and cook a range of menu items, maintain consistent quality and portioning, and support efficient day-to-day kitchen operations during busy service periods. Location: 35-37 Murray Street, Colac VIC 3250

Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare and cook a range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and kitchen procedures
2. Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment during food preparation
3. Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and quality
4. Season food during cooking to maintain consistent taste and presentation
5. Portion and plate meals in accordance with restaurant standards
6. Prepare food to meet dietary requirements and customer requests where required
7. Store food and ingredients appropriately in temperature-controlled areas
8. Monitor ingredient usage and assist with estimating food requirements for daily service
9. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and storage areas
10. Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to support smooth service operations
11. Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times

Candidate Requirements

1. Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
2. Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen
3. Experience working in a busy restaurant or casual dining environment
4. Strong understanding of food preparation and commercial cooking techniques
5. Ability to maintain consistent food quality, portioning and presentation
6. Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices
7. Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
8. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
9. Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted