Cook

Talent connector Pty Ltd; Hughenden; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BP Hughenden Roadhouse in Hughenden, QLD is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team. This full-time permanent role requires preparing and cooking meals, maintaining quality and safety standards, and supporting efficient day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will hold AQF certificates and have several years of experience, with responsibilities spanning food preparation, menu support, staff training, and ensuring cleanliness and compliance with HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III with at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine foodstuffs to ensure quality and freshness.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and cooking equipment.
• Prepare and cook a variety of meals per recipes and standards.
• Season food during cooking to achieve desired flavours and consistency.
• Portion meals, plate arrangement and garnish.
• Store food in temperature-controlled facilities to maintain safety.
• Prepare meals to meet special dietary requirements.
• Assist with menu planning and estimate food requirements.
• Train and guide kitchen staff and apprentices as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety throughout the kitchen.

Skills

Food preparation

Quality control

Hygiene & safety

Team leadership

Menu execution

Education

AQF Certificate III (or equivalent)

AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

BP Hughenden Roadhouse

Position: Cook

Employment Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Location: 61 Richmond Hill Drive, Hughenden QLD 4821

Salary: AUD $70,000 – $85,000 per annum + superannuation

Our Client BP Hughenden Roadhouse is seeking a skilled, reliable and motivated Cook to join our team at our Hughenden location. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals, maintaining food quality and hygiene standards, and supporting the efficient day-to-day operation of our kitchen.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality and freshness.
• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment.
• Preparing and cooking a variety of meals in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
• Seasoning food during cooking to achieve desired flavours and consistency.
• Portioning food, arranging meals on plates and adding sauces, gravies and garnishes.
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities to maintain freshness and food safety.
• Preparing meals to meet special dietary requirements.
• Assisting with menu planning and estimating food requirements.
• Training and guiding kitchen staff and apprentices when required.
• Maintaining cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards throughout the kitchen.

Qualifications and Experience

• AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a relevant field (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience