Full Time Cook

Business Nest; Albury City; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Downtown Pizzeria in Albury is seeking a qualified Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook high‑quality meals, including Modern Australian cuisine and traditional and gourmet pizzas, while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards.

Required qualifications include a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and 1–2 years in a commercial kitchen. Strong organisational and communication skills, plus the ability to work independently and as part of a team,

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Preferably 1–2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience with Modern Australian cuisine and traditional or gourmet pizzas is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational, time‑management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine ingredients and ensure freshness and safety.
• Prepare, season and cook a variety of dishes including pizzas and pasta.
• Monitor temperatures of ovens and grills to ensure safe cooking.
• Prepare doughs, sauces and toppings for pizzas and meals.
• Assist in menu planning with the Chef and maintain portion control.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Downtown Albury Pty Ltd
Business Name: Downtown Pizzeria
Address:472 Dean Street, Albury NSW 2640
Position: Cook
Employment Type: Full-time
Annual Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 plus superannuation

Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team at Downtown Pizzeria. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals, including Modern Australian cuisine and traditional and gourmet pizzas, while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Examine food ingredients and raw materials to ensure freshness, quality and suitability for preparation and cooking in accordance with established food safety standards.
• Prepare, season and cook a variety of dishes, including Modern Australian cuisine, traditional and gourmet pizzas, pasta dishes and other menu items, following established recipes and quality standards.
• Regulate and monitor the temperatures of ovens, grills, stovetops and other cooking equipment to ensure food is cooked safely and to the required standards.
• Prepare pizza dough, sauces, toppings and pasta dishes, applying appropriate cooking techniques and seasoning food during preparation and cooking to achieve consistent flavour and quality.
• Portion and plate cooked meals, adding appropriate sauces, gravies, garnishes and accompaniments to ensure consistency in presentation and serving standards.
• Prepare and cook meals to accommodate special dietary requirements and customer preferences, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free options.
• Participate in menu planning and development in consultation with the Chef, including suggesting seasonal specials, new dishes and improvements to existing menu items.
• Assist in estimating food requirements, monitoring ingredient usage, maintaining stock levels and implementing portion control measures to minimise food wastage.
• Store food and ingredients in appropriate temperature‑controlled facilities, ensuring proper handling, labelling, stock rotation and compliance with food safety requirements.
• Assist in training and guiding junior kitchen staff and apprentices in food preparation, cooking techniques, food presentation, hygiene and safe food‑handling practices.
• Coordinate with the Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation, timely meal service and consistent food quality during lunch and dinner operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, utensils and food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with HACCP principles, food safety regulations and workplace health and safety procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Preferably 1–2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience preparing Modern Australian cuisine and traditional or gourmet pizzas would be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy restaurant environment.
• Good organisational, time‑management and communication skills.