Part Time Cook GYG Shellharbour

Guzman y Gomez; Shellharbour City Centre; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Culinary training and development

Discounted meals

Cultural celebrations

Job summary

A leading Mexican fast-food chain is seeking a Cook for its Shellharbour City Centre location. The Cook will be responsible for preparing fresh and delicious food while adhering to standards and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. No prior kitchen experience is necessary, but a willingness to learn and a 'can do' attitude are essential. Employees enjoy benefits like free uniforms, culinary training, and discounted meals. Join the family and contribute to the reinvention of fast-food with vibrant Mexican flavors.

Qualifications

• Open to coaching and eager to learn.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable with a 'can do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes.
• Assist in kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team for smooth operations.
• Handle and store ingredients properly.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a friendly manner.

Skills

Food preparation

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

TheCookis at the heart of the restaurant operations. You will be preparing fresh and delicious food, problem solving and weighing‑in with expertise on vibrant Mexican flavours. You’ll have the opportunity to utilise fresh ingredients to produce high standard products for our new and regular guests.

• Prepare and cook food items according to GYG recipes and standards
• Assist in kitchen operations, including food prep and cooking
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen area, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely order fulfillment
• Handle and store ingredients and supplies properly
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and utensils
• Assist in inventory management and stock rotation
• Respond to customer inquiries and special requests in a friendly, customer‑focused manner
• Adapt to a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently

Experience is helpful, but it’s not everything. What we mean is:

• Kitchen experience is great but not essential
• Is open to coaching, eager to learn and ready to put in the effort
• ‘Can do’ attitude and can be relied upon

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• Free uniform
• Culinary training and development
• Discounted meals
• Cultural celebrations – Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast‑food. Since we opened our first restaurant in 2006, we’ve been OBSESSED with food, bringing the incredible energy of Mexican culture to Australians across the country during breakfast, lunch and dinner, committed to serving the freshest fast food with the best local ingredients.

Ready to join the family? Apply now to start the conversation.