COOK

SUGAR SPOON; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Spoon cafe in Charlemont, VIC is seeking an experienced Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The role involves preparing and cooking diverse dishes, following established recipes and menu requirements, and maintaining top food quality and kitchen hygiene.

Ideal candidates have a relevant Commercial Cookery qualification or equivalent industry experience, with at least 1 year in a commercial kitchen, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Able to work weekends and public holidays on a rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to recipes and menu.
• Prepare ingredients: wash, cut, measure, portion.
• Monitor food quality during prep and presentation.
• Ensure meals are served within required timeframes.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen and storage.
• Check stock levels and assist with rotation and inventory.
• Minimise food wastage through proper prep and storage.
• Follow health and safety procedures and work with team.
• Assist with prep for busy service periods and events.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu requirements, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and kitchen hygiene.

Key responsibilities

Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu requirements.

Preparing ingredients, including washing, cutting, measuring, and portioning food items.

Monitoring the quality of food at all stages of preparation and presentation.

Ensuring meals are prepared and served consistently and within required timeframes.

Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, food preparation areas, equipment, and storage areas.

Ensuring food is stored appropriately and in accordance with food safety requirements.

Checking stock levels and assisting with stock rotation and inventory control.

Minimising food wastage through appropriate preparation, portion control, and storage.

Following workplace health and safety and food hygiene procedures.

Working collaboratively with chefs, kitchen staff, and front-of-house team members.

Assisting with the preparation of food for busy service periods, functions, and special events where required.

About you

To be considered for this position, applicants should have:

Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Previous experience of at least 1 year working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen environment.

Sound knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, food hygiene, and kitchen safety.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Good organisational and time-management skills.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent food quality.

Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays where required.

About us

Sugar Spoon is a well-established cafe located in Charlemont, 3217. We are committed to providing high-quality food and excellent service to our customers.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.