Cook

Coogee Diggers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Staff perks

Job summary

Coogee Diggers is seeking a cook to join its kitchen team in Sydney, delivering breakfast, brunch and café-style dishes with a focus on quality and presentation.

You will work alongside a collaborative team, follow recipes and kitchen procedures, and help ensure safety, hygiene and efficient service during busy periods. The role offers competitive pay based on experience and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook in café, restaurant or commercial kitchen.
• Breakfast and café-style food experience.
• Good knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Experience cooking eggs and breakfast items.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy service.
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, brunch and café dishes.
• Follow recipes and kitchen procedures.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and portion control.
• Assist with stock control and minimise wastage.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards.
• Work during busy breakfast/café service.

Skills

Breakfast cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Join the kitchen team at Coogee Diggers and help deliver a quality breakfast and café dining experience. Working alongside the kitchen team, you'll play an important role in delivering consistently high-quality food across breakfast, brunch and café service, while helping create an enjoyable experience for members and guests.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and cook a range of breakfast, brunch and café-style dishes

Prepare dishes including eggs, bacon, breakfast plates, toast, sandwiches, burgers, salads and other café menu items

Assist with daily food preparation and kitchen set-up

Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control

Work efficiently during busy breakfast and café service periods

Follow recipes, menu specifications and kitchen procedures

Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards

Assist with stock control and minimising food wastage

Ensure food is prepared and stored correctly in accordance with food safety requirements

About you

Previous experience working as a Cook in a café, restaurant, club or commercial kitchen

Experience with breakfast and café-style food

Good knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques

Experience cooking eggs, breakfast items, grill items and café dishes

Ability to work efficiently and calmly during busy service periods

Strong attention to detail and pride in food presentation

Good communication and teamwork skills

A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to the team

Understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements

Availability to work mornings, weekends and public holidays as required

About us

Coogee Diggers is an established hospitality team in one of Sydney's iconic beachside locations.

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive and energetic workplace culture

Staff benefits and perks across Coogee Diggers

Full gym membership at the well-renowned gym next door

Opportunity to contribute ideas and help develop the café and breakfast offering