Cook - Driftwood Restaurant Rivershore

Ingenia Communities Group; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on Ingenia Holiday Parks

Employee referral and rewards

Flexible work schedules

Retailer discounts

Job summary

A community-focused organization located in Australia is seeking a Casual Cook to join its team at the Driftwood Restaurant, ensuring high food standards and exceptional guest experiences. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation and kitchen quality, managing stock and food safety, and collaborating with the team. The ideal candidate has commercial kitchen experience, prioritizes guest satisfaction, and upholds industry standards. Benefits include employee discounts and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen, delivering food that delights guests and meets safety requirements.
• Understanding food safety, cost control and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, presentation and overall kitchen quality.
• Manage stock, ordering, daily prep and inspect all incoming produce.
• Maintain strict food safety, cleanliness and kitchen standards.
• Minimise waste and ensure freshness through efficient use of ingredients.
• Support team and operational needs, stepping into additional duties when required.

Skills

Time management

Collaboration

Food safety understanding

Commercial kitchen experience

Job description

Be Part of Something Bigger at Ingenia!

At Ingenia, we’re not just building communities, we’re creating places where people truly belong. From unforgettable holidays to vibrant rental living and affordable housing, we’re all about making life better, brighter, and more connected.

We’re a passionate bunch who care deeply, work boldly, and support each other every step of the way to create moments that matter. If you’re ready to work in a place that values your ideas and celebrates your wins, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Your Next Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for a Casual Cook to join our team at our Driftwood Restaurant Rivershore Holidays site. Reporting to the Venue Manager, you’ll play a key role in our kitchen operations, supporting daily service, maintaining high food standards, and helping us deliver exceptional experiences for our guests and residents, all while having fun along the way.

Located at Driftwood Restaurant in the beautiful Rivershore precinct a relaxed, waterfront dining spot loved by locals and holiday guests alike.

In this Role, You’ll

• Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, presentation and overall kitchen quality.
• Manage stock, ordering, daily prep and inspect all incoming produce.
• Maintain strict food safety, cleanliness and kitchen standards.
• Minimise waste and ensure freshness through efficient use of ingredients.
• Support team and operational needs, stepping into additional duties when required.

You’re Likely a Match If You

• Put guests first, making decisions with their experience and safety front of mind.
• Work efficiently, manage your time well and uphold high quality and food safety standards.
• Collaborate positively with others, staying resilient and level headed under pressure.
• Bring experience in a commercial kitchen, delivering food that delights guests and meets safety requirements.
• Understand food safety, cost control and industry standards, and apply Ingenia policies and SOPs in daily work.

Why You’ll Love Life at Ingenia

• Staff discounts on Ingenia Holiday Parks, with savings that can go beyond 50%
• Employee referral, employee of the month, and employee of the year rewards
• Flexible work schedules to suit your lifestyle
• Retailer discounts

Our Recruitment Process

We Keep Things Simple And Supportive

• Apply via our website; no cover letter needed
• Quick phone chat and interview with your future manager
• Background checks
• Offer and onboarding; welcome aboard!

Let’s Create Amazing Experiences Together

Ready to do what matters, and know you matter? Join us and help bring great experiences to life, starting with you.

All applicants must be able to work in Australia and provide evidence of working rights, as well as undergo a National Police Check.

Check out what life at Ingenia looks like on our LinkedIn page.