Cook

Job Q; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

MUM'S KITCHEN AUST PTY LTD - t/a Bazaar and Bite, Geelong West, is seeking two full-time Cooks to prepare Bangladeshi and Malaysian dishes and manage daily kitchen operations. You will follow established recipes, ensure quality and hygiene, and coordinate with staff to handle dine-in, takeaway and online orders.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery and have at least 12 months of direct cookery experience in a busy restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' recent, directly relevant experience as a cook.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Experience with Bangladeshi and Malaysian dishes, curries, biryani and South Asian spices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Bangladeshi and Malaysian dishes to recipe specs.
• Monitor cooking temperatures, times and portion sizes for quality control.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness of cooking stations and gear.
• Coordinate daily food preparation and orders for dine-in, takeaway and online orders.
• Assist with menu updates reflecting cuisine offerings.

Skills

Bangladeshi cuisine

Malaysian cuisine

Food safety

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

#### CookGeelong West, VIC 3218Full Time#### Job descriptionPosition: CookPosition Type: Full TimeSalary: $85,000 - $87,500 p/a plus SuperEmployer Name: MUM'S KITCHEN AUST PTY LTD - t/a Bazaar and BiteA.B.N. 95 646 865 474Job Location: 18 Pakington Street, Geelong West, VIC, 3218, AUSTRALIAAdvertising Period: 28 days - 4 Nov 2026 > 2 Dec 2026To Apply:Please include Reference: J1868-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV toSummaryOur client is seeking to add two full-time Cooks to its restaurant, Bazaar and Bite, located in Geelong West, Victoria. Specialising in traditional Bangladeshi and Malaysian cuisine, alongside South Asian-inspired dishes, the restaurant offers curries, biryani, slow-cooked meats, rice dishes and street food favourites. The successful applicants will support daily food preparation, cooking operations and kitchen service while maintaining consistent food quality and hygiene standards.The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:* Prepare and cook traditional Bangladeshi and Malaysian dishes, including curries, biryani, rice preparations and meat dishes.* Measure, mix and prepare ingredients according to established recipes and menu specifications.* Apply traditional Bangladeshi, Malaysian and South Asian cooking techniques to achieve authentic flavours and consistent presentation.* Monitor cooking temperatures, preparation times and portion sizes to maintain consistent food quality.* Prepare meat, poultry, vegetables, spices and other ingredients for daily cooking requirements.* Coordinate daily food preparation activities to ensure timely completion of customer orders.* Inspect ingredients and prepared dishes to maintain freshness, quality and food safety standards.* Monitor kitchen stock levels and assist with ordering, receiving and organising food supplies.* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of cooking stations, preparation areas and kitchen equipment.* Follow established food hygiene, workplace safety and safe food handling procedures during kitchen operations.* Assist with menu updates and preparation of new dishes reflecting the restaurant's cuisine.* Coordinate takeaway, dine-in and online food orders to maintain efficient kitchen service.* Store ingredients and prepared food correctly to prevent contamination, spoilage and unnecessary wastage.* Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to coordinate cooking duties and maintain efficient service.Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:* A minimum of 12 months' recent, directly relevant experience working as a Cook in a restaurant or comparable commercial kitchen.* A Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification or relevant experience demonstrating comparable cooking skills.* Practical experience preparing traditional Bangladeshi and Malaysian cuisine, including curries, biryani, rice dishes and authentic South Asian and Malaysian spice preparations.* Ability to prepare and cook meat, poultry, vegetables and other ingredients using appropriate techniques and established recipes.* Sound understanding of commercial kitchen hygiene, food safety requirements, safe food handling and appropriate ingredient storage procedures.* Demonstrated ability to organise daily food preparation, manage ingredient quantities and maintain consistency during busy service periods.* Experience monitoring food quality, portion control, cooking temperatures and presentation standards across a varied restaurant menu.* Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen staff, coordinate customer orders and maintain an organised cooking environment.To Apply:Please include Reference: J1868-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV toDue to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.