Cook & Chef

Blue Lake Bar & Bistro; City of Mount Gambier; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Lake Bar & Bistro in Mount Gambier, SA, is seeking a reliable and experienced Cook/Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook meals, maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation, and work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment.

We value someone passionate about food, able to work under pressure, and flexible with hours including evenings, weekends and public holidays. Join our team for a hands-on role in a welcoming, local venue.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Cook or Chef preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to the menu and recipes.
• Complete daily food preparation and mise en place.
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented to a high standard.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Manage orders efficiently during busy service periods.
• Monitor food quality, portion control and wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Assist with stock control and kitchen cleaning duties.

Skills

Cook/Chef

Food safety

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Job description

Blue Lake Bar & Bistro is looking for a reliable and experienced Cook/Chef to join our kitchen team.

About the Role

We are seeking someone who is passionate about food, works well under pressure, and can maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and presentation in a busy hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to the menu and recipes.
• Complete daily food preparation and mise en place.
• Ensure meals are prepared and presented to a high standard.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Manage orders efficiently during busy service periods.
• Monitor food quality, portion control and wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Assist with stock control and kitchen cleaning duties.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Cook or Chef preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Location: Blue Lake Bar & Bistro, Mount Gambier, SA