Experienced Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen & Food Prep

Precruitment; Albury City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Precruitment in Albury, NSW seeks a full-time Cook to join the kitchen team. You will prepare, cook and present meals to quality and safety standards, under the Chef’s guidance, across restaurant and function events.

The ideal candidate has AQF Cert IV (or equivalent) and at least one year of relevant experience; otherwise, three years’ experience may be considered. Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified with AQF Cert IV or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience; if no qualification, at least 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present food in accordance with menus, recipes and Chef specifications.
• Set up and maintain daily mise-en-place and prepare ingredients for service.
• Cook a range of menu items using methods including grilling, frying, baking, roasting and steaming.
• Maintain consistency in portion sizes, presentation, taste and food quality.
• Check quality and freshness of ingredients and prepared food to meet standards.
• Assist with food preparation and service for restaurant, functions and events.
• Ensure food is prepared, handled, stored and rotated per food safety requirements.
• Maintain clean, hygienic, and organised work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Monitor stock and ingredient levels and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Assist with receiving, checking and storing food deliveries as required.
• Minimise food wastage through proper preparation, portion control and storage.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and report issues.

Skills

1+ year experience

3+ years experience alternative

Education

AQF Cert IV

Job description

Precruitment in Albury, NSW seeks a full-time Cook to join the kitchen team. You will prepare, cook and present meals to quality and safety standards, under the Chef’s guidance, across restaurant and function events.

The ideal candidate has AQF Cert IV (or equivalent) and at least one year of relevant experience; otherwise, three years’ experience may be considered. Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on experience.