Mexican Kitchen Cook — Fast-Paced, High-Quality Prep

Costa-Taco; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Costa Taco on the Gold Coast is seeking a qualified Cook to join our fast-casual kitchens across locations. This full-time role focuses on high-quality Mexican-inspired dishes and overall hospitality excellence.

We welcome candidates with genuine interest in Mexican cuisine and a collaborative kitchen mindset. Requirements include at least 1 year in a commercial kitchen and a formal Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent experience, plus strong food safety practices and reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Formal training in commercial cookery or equivalent experience.
• Ability to prepare diverse menu items to quality standards.
• Familiarity with Australian food safety practices.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.
• Availability to work on weekdays, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items including breakfast and Mexican-inspired plates.
• Monitor and uphold food quality and presentation.
• Set up service stations and coordinate with kitchen for smooth service.
• Communicate availability and wait times to front-of-house.
• Assist with stock management, FIFO, storage and labeling.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and WHS procedures.
• Complete daily operational and prep checklists.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to achieve service goals.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and equipment.
• Season, portion and plate meals; accommodate dietary requirements.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Costa Taco on the Gold Coast is seeking a qualified Cook to join our fast-casual kitchens across locations. This full-time role focuses on high-quality Mexican-inspired dishes and overall hospitality excellence.

We welcome candidates with genuine interest in Mexican cuisine and a collaborative kitchen mindset. Requirements include at least 1 year in a commercial kitchen and a formal Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent experience, plus strong food safety practices and reliable