Cook

Mazzitto & Co Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coffee Club in Campbelltown, NSW is hiring a full-time Cook to join a busy franchise kitchen. The ideal candidate will bring experience in a fast-paced brunch service, strong teamwork, and solid communication to deliver dishes to a high standard.

You will develop and execute a diverse menu, operate commercial kitchen equipment, supervise portioning and presentation, manage stock, train junior staff, and uphold FSANZ hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience is necessary.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cooking required.
• Minimum 1 year cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu.
• Operate kitchen equipment and ensure temperature control.
• Oversee portioning and presentation quality.
• Manage end-to-end kitchen operations and service timing.
• Train kitchen staff on prep techniques and standards.
• Monitor inventory and place accurate food orders.
• Ensure FIFO stock rotation and proper storage.
• Maintain FSANZ hygiene and cleanliness.
• Inspect areas and equipment for safety and operation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food preparation

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cooking

Certificate IV in Commercial Cooking

Job description

The Coffee Club is seeking a full-time COOK in Campbelltown, NSW. The ideal

candidate will have experience working in a franchise kitchen, have strong teamwork and

communication skills and be able to prepare a variety of all-day brunch dishes to the high standard

required by the Cafe (CBR).

Duties:

• Develop, prep, and execute a menu featuring a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes.
• Operate specialised kitchen equipment, commercial flat grill, and heavy utensils, ensuring accurate temperature control throughout service.
• Oversee precise food portioning and aesthetic presentation, ensuring all dishes are garnished and dressed to high standards before leaving the pass.
• Manage end-to-end kitchen operations, seamlessly bridging prep time and live service to ensure efficient ticket times.
• Manage, instruct, and train kitchen staff on prep techniques, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, anticipate shortages, and place accurate orders for food supplies and specialty ingredients.
• Inspect all incoming ingredients for absolute freshness and quality, rejecting items that do not meet restaurant standards.
• Ensure all perishable stock is rotated (FIFO) and stored correctly in designated temperature-controlled facilities.
• Maintain strict kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene practices in full compliance with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).
• Regularly inspect work areas, utensils, and heavy machinery for cleanliness, safety, and operational functionality.

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous experience working in a kitchen is necessary.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cooking is required.
• 1 Year of experience in Cooking