Cook

Toscano's; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Toscano's Melbourne (Eastern Suburbs) is seeking a reliable Full Time Cook to join our busy kitchen team. You will prepare bulk ready-to-eat meals and traditional Italian dishes to stock our display and serve customers. You will work day shifts, 38-42 hours per week, with at least one weekend day.

The role emphasizes high-volume cooking, food safety, and supporting other kitchen staff. Experience in a commercial kitchen is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial kitchen experience handling high-volume cooking.
• Experience preparing Italian dishes such as meatballs, lasagna, cannelloni.
• Willing to work day shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Bulk cook high-volume retail meals daily.
• Prepare authentic Italian dishes (meatballs, lasagna, cannelloni).
• Fry items efficiently (chicken, pork).
• Prep and stock displays; manual stock movement.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Italian cuisine

High-volume cooking

Job description

Full Time Cook
Toscano’s – Melbourne (Eastern Suburbs)

About Us

Toscano's is a thriving, high-quality gourmet grocery store located in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We pride ourselves on offering the finest fresh produce and gourmet goods, and we are currently looking for a reliable Cook to join our kitchen team.

The Opportunity

• Hours: 38-42 hours per week.
• Shifts: Day shifts only.
• Availability: Requires working at least 1 weekend day.

Purpose of the Role

You will support day-to-day kitchen operations by cooking bulk retail meals and traditional Italian specialty dishes. Your role is vital in maintaining high culinary standards and keeping our popular ready-to-eat displays fully stocked for our customers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Bulk Cooking: Prepare and cook high-volume retail ready-to-eat meals daily.
• Italian Menu Specialties: Cook authentic traditional Italian dishes, including meatballs, cannelloni, lasagna, and signature sauces.
• Fried Production: Prepare and cook fried items efficiently, including chicken, pork, and cotoletta.
• Prep & Stock Runs: Handle high-volume, repetitive meal prep and physically move stock up and down stairs as required.
• Hygiene & Safety: Maintain exceptionally clean, punctual, and safe work habits in line with food safety procedures.
• Teaching/training: Preparedness to teach and train less experienced members of the kitchen team.

Skills & Attributes

• Reliable & Punctual: Someone who shows up on time and maintains a clean, organized work environment.
• Experienced: Minimum 2 year of commercial kitchen experience handling high-volume cooking.
• Resilient: Comfortable and efficient when managing high-volume, repetitive kitchen prep.

Questions asked

Applicants will be required to upload a Resume/CV and share details about their working rights.

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

2. This role requires carrying heavy items up a flight of stairs. Are you willing to do this?