Cook For Sbc

Mygration Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mygration Pty Ltd in Sydney's Alexandria area is seeking a skilled Cook for a full-time bakery role. Immediate start, 2 years' full-time kitchen experience and a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

You will prepare breads and pastries, monitor quality, and ensure HACCP hygiene in a high-volume kitchen. The role requires early mornings, weekends and holidays, with a focus on consistent, high‑quality food. Join a team that takes pride in artisan methods and reliable service.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher is required.
• Experience: 2 years’ full-time Cook experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Bakery or pastry experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques and high-volume kitchen operations.
• Able to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays.
• Attention to detail and commitment to consistent, high-quality food.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and hygiene best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, measure, weigh, and combine ingredients for breads, pastries, and bakery items according to recipes.
• Execute cooking and baking tasks including chopping, mixing, shaping doughs, and operating ovens.
• Monitor fermentation, proofing, and baking to ensure optimal quality.
• Adjust methods and times to maintain product quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

High-volume cooking

Time management

Quality control

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Location: Alexandria, NSW, 2015
Full-Time: Immediate start
Job Title: Cook
Salary range: $79,500 - $85,000
Job Closure date: 30 days

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Cooking:

• Prepare, measure, weigh, and combine ingredients for breads, pastries, and other bakery items according to exact specifications and recipes.
• Execute cooking and baking tasks including chopping, mixing, shaping doughs, and operating ovens and proofers.
• Monitor fermentation, proofing, and baking processes to ensure optimal texture, flavour, and appearance.
• Adjust cooking methods and times as needed to maintain product quality.

Quality & Service Delivery:

• Maintain consistent quality by strictly following established recipes and procedures, with the ability to identify and correct deviations.
• Conduct taste-testing and ensure all finished products meet the bakery’s high standards before service or packaging.
• Oversee the packaging, labelling, and presentation of finished products, ensuring they are ready for display or dispatch.

Equipment & Workspace Maintenance:

• Conduct thorough cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment, work areas, utensils, and baking trays to comply with health and safety regulations.
• Safely operate and perform basic maintenance on kitchen machinery and tools (e.g., mixers, ovens, dough sheeters).
• Ensure proper storage of ingredients and strict adherence to stock rotation (FIFO) procedures.

Skills & Requirements:

• Qualification: Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or above) is required.
• Experience: Proven 2 years’ full-time experience as a Cook (or Commis Cook/Demi-Chef) in a commercial kitchen. Bakery or pastry experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen operations in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays as required in a bakery environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing consistent, high-quality food.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards (HACCP) and hygiene best practices.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced, warm environment.

Why Join?

If you are a qualified Cook passionate about artisan food, eager to refine your skills in traditional baking techniques, and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we would love to hear from you. to be part of a team that takes pride in crafting exceptional products with care and expertise.

Please note: We are acting as the recruitment agent on behalf of our client. The employer’s identity will be disclosed upon application.