SPIRE Experienced Cook

Gondola; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SPIRE Academy on the Gold Coast seeks an experienced Cook to join its busy academy dining program. You will prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals, following standardized recipes to ensure quality, flavor, and presentation for students, athletes, staff, and guests.

The ideal candidate has professional cooking experience and a culinary background, with ServSafe or willingness to obtain certification. This is a full-time role in a busy school kitchen.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking experience required.
• Culinary education or professional training preferred.
• Experience with high-volume food production is a plus.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals.
• Follow standardized recipes while maintaining quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Prepare large-volume meals for students and student-athletes.
• Assist with catering, athletic events, and special functions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Professional cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Education

Culinary education

Culinary degree

Professional training

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

# SPIRE Experienced Cook## SPIRE Academy•### @spire\\_institute\\_academyPosted on 9/25/2026•Full-time## Job Description\\*\\*SPIRE COOK \\*\\*Culinary Background PreferredJoin Our Academy Dining Team!We are seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team at a busy academy school dining program. The ideal candidate will have professional cooking experience, a culinary background, and a passion for preparing fresh, nutritious, and high-quality meals for students, athletes, staff, and guests.**Position Responsibilities*** Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals* Follow standardized recipes while maintaining quality, flavor, and presentation* Prepare large-volume meals for students and student-athletes* Assist with menu preparation, food production, and daily kitchen operations* Maintain proper portion control and minimize food waste* Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures* Properly store, label, and rotate food products* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment* Assist with catering, athletic events, and special functions* Work closely with other cooks and dining staff to ensure timely meal service**Qualifications*** **Previous professional cooking experience required*** **Culinary education, culinary degree, or professional culinary training preferred*** Experience with high-volume food production is a plus* Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced school dining environment* Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality* Reliable, dependable, and team-oriented* ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain**Ideal Candidate**We are looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking and understands the importance of providing nutritious, flavorful, and well-prepared meals to students and athletes.If you have a strong culinary background, enjoy working with a team, and want to be part of a professional academy dining program, we want to hear from you!Apply Today! Resumes can also be submitted to [e-mail] your culinary skills to our team and help us create great meals for the next generation of athletes and students.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeWork Location: In person