COOK

sandro botticelli pty ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucky You Darling in Darlinghurst is seeking a skilled Cook to join our contemporary Chinese restaurant, focusing on regional and modern dishes. You will prepare, season and plate dishes to our presentation standards, working under the Head Chef in a fast-paced, à la carte service.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience, a hospitality cookery qualification, and a passion for food, teamwork and consistency across services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cook.
• Drive, personality, creative flair and a genuine love of food.
• Ability to maintain a continual high standard of food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a range of contemporary and regional Chinese dishes.
• Apply cooking techniques (wok, steaming, braising, stir-frying) to prepare dishes.
• Plate and garnish dishes to presentation standards and ensure consistency.
• Taste and adjust seasoning to maintain flavour profiles across service.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness and store food safely.
• Set up the cooking station with ingredients, utensils and equipment.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean workstation.
• Prepare and cook food to order during à la carte service and coordinate with front-of-house.
• Assist with stock rotation, portion control and inventory management.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and safety procedures at all times.
• Work with Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Report to Head Chef on kitchen operations and stock needs.

Education

Relevant hospitality/commercial cookery qualification preferable

Job description

Salary: $80,000 + Superannuation per annum

About Us

Lucky You Darling is a contemporary Chinese restaurant in the heart of Darlinghurst, inspired by small plates, bold flavours and great wine. Our menu celebrates regional Chinese cuisine alongside modern interpretations of classic dishes, paired with a thoughtfully curated selection of Australian and Chinese wines. It's a relaxed, full-service dining space designed for sharing good food, great wine and good company.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Cook to join our team in Darlinghurst. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking food in accordance with our recipes, quality standards and presentation guidelines. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for cooking and the ability to work well in a team environment within a full-service, à la carte dining restaurant.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a range of contemporary and regional Chinese dishes.
• Apply a variety of cooking techniques (e.g. wok cooking, steaming, braising, stir-frying) to prepare both traditional regional dishes and classic Chinese dishes.
• Plate and garnish dishes to the restaurant's presentation standards, ensuring consistency across services.
• Taste and adjust seasoning of dishes to maintain consistent flavour profiles across service.
• Inspect incoming ingredients to ensure freshness and quality and store food products correctly to maintain food safety standards.
• Set up and organise the allocated cooking station with the required ingredients, utensils and equipment prior to each service.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining a clean and organised workstation throughout service.
• Prepare and cook food to order in a timely manner during à la carte service, coordinating with front-of-house timing to support a shared-plates dining experience.
• Assist with stock rotation, portion control and inventory management to minimise wastage.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Report directly to the Head Chef on kitchen operations, stock needs and any food quality or service issues arising during shift.

Selection Criteria

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cook.
• Relevant hospitality/commercial cookery qualification preferable.
• Drive, personality, creative flair and a genuine love of food.
• Ability to maintain a continual high standard of food quality and presentation.