Cook

Burnside Snack Bar; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time (38h/wk)

Kitchen exposure

Supportive team

Skills development

Job summary

Burnside Snack Bar on the Gold Coast is seeking a motivated Cook to join the kitchen team. This full-time role reports to the Head Chef and offers practical hands-on training across all areas of commercial kitchen operations.

You will work alongside experienced chefs, manage kitchen operations, and contribute to the day-to-day success of the business in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in the kitchen as a cook.
• Genuine passion for cooking and the hospitality industry.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical commercial cookery skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude with commitment to high standards.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and portion control.
• Assist with food preparation for daily kitchen operations.
• Accommodate customer dietary requirements where required.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, inventory control and ordering.
• Minimise food waste and contribute to cost control initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Participate in ongoing workplace training and skills development.

Job description

Cook

Burnside Snack Bar

Ormeau, Gold Coast QLD

Full-time – 38 hours per week

Salary Requirement $78,000 to $82,000

About Us

Burnside Snack Bar is a busy and well-established quick-service restaurant located

in Ormeau on the Gold Coast. We are committed to delivering high-quality food and

exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. We are currently seeking

a motivated and enthusiastic Cook to join our kitchen team. The role reports directly

to the Head Chef and provides practical, hands‑on training across all areas of

commercial kitchen operations.

About the Role

This is a full-time training position designed for an individual who is passionate about

developing a career as a Cook. Working alongside experienced chefs/cooks and

managing all aspects of kitchen operations while contributing to the day-to-day

success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and portion control.
• Assist with food preparation for daily kitchen operations.
• Accommodate customer dietary requirements where required.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, inventory control and ordering.
• Minimise food waste and contribute to cost control initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Participate in ongoing workplace training and skills development.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• 2 years plus experience in the kitchen as a cook
• A genuine passion for cooking and the hospitality industry.
• A willingness to learn and develop practical commercial cookery skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• A positive attitude with a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

• Full-time employment (38 hours per week).
• Exposure to all areas of commercial kitchen operations.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop practical skills leading towards a professional Cook career.