Cook

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Manna NT Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Chef and Cook to join our kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will lead staff, ensure food quality, and manage stock while adhering to OH&S and hygiene standards.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and flexible availability for varied shifts, including weekends. Training will be provided to maintain our high service standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven kitchen experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Qualifications in commercial cookery.
• Cert IV or higher.
• Flexible availability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all dishes to a high standard.
• Update menu as needed.
• Follow food preparation processes and hygiene rules.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain OH&S standards.
• Create weekly rosters and manage stock levels.
• Offer dishes beyond the regular menu to meet dietary needs.
• Train kitchen staff and oversee inventory control.

Skills

5+ years kitchen exp

Strong leadership

Effective communication

Flexible availability

Time management

Education

Commercial cookery

Cert IV or higher

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Deep Fryer

Slow Cooker

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Manna NT Pty Ltd We are looking for experienced dedicated Chef and Cook who is committed to exceeding our customers' expectations whilst leading a professional and hardworking team. The eligible candidates will be performing the following duties: Chef:

• Prepare all dishes to our high standard consistently.
• Updating menu accordingly.
• Following food preparation process.
• Keeping records of inventory, placing order everyday depending on reservation.
• Supervising other kitchen staff, make sure all the staff members are following OH&S and food hygiene rules.
• Creating weekly roster.
• Controlling stock level.
• Offering dishes outside the regular menu to meet customers dietary requirement with existing material.
• Training other kitchen staff.

• To be considered for this role you will need to possess the following:
• Familiar with operating WOK, 50cm
• Advanced understanding and appreciation of all aspects of food and its service
• 5 + years of proven kitchen experience in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Qualifications in commercial cookery
• Cert IV or higher
• Flexible availability
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills
• Effective communication skills
• Overall knowledge of operations, ordering, stock control and working to budgets
• Cook:
• Operating Ovens, Grills, Deep Fryer, Slow Cooker and other cooking equipment.
• Peeling, Cutting and Chopping food.
• Marinade and seasoning food during food preparing and cooking.
• Cooking gravies and sauces by following the in-house recipe.
• Garnishing dishes.
• Storing food accordingly.
• Keeping cool room, freezer and food temperature records.

• cleaning kitchens, food preparation areas and sculleries.
• cleaning cooking and general utensils used in kitchens and restaurants
• assembling and preparing ingredients for cooking
• packing food
• To be considered for this role you will need to possess the following:
• Familiar with operating WOK, 50cm
• 1 + years of proven kitchen experience in a fast paced, high-volume environment Qualifications in commercial cookery
• Cert IV or higher
• Qualifications in commercial cookery
• Cert IV or higher
• Flexible availability
• Schedule:
• 38
• 45 hours / week
• Rotating roster

• Weekend availability ANNUAL SALARY $70,000 TO $80,000 Summary of role requirements: Looking for candidates available to work: Monday: Afternoon, Evening Tuesday: Afternoon, Evening Wednesday: Afternoon, Evening Thursday: Afternoon, Evening Friday: Afternoon, Evening Saturday: Afternoon, Evening Sunday: Afternoon, Evening 1-5 years of relevant work experience required for this role Expected start date for role: 1/10/2026 Expected salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year Work Type: Full time Salary: $70000-80000