About

The Client
Gathering Spot Café is a well-known cafe restaurant in Rochedale South in QLD. They are a popular establishment with a grocery joint in the area with a reputation for quality food. They are looking for an experienced Cook to join their team.

The Role
This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $74,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Rochedale South in QLD.

Responsibilities
· Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
· Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
· Using different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
· Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
· Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
· Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
· Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
· Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
· Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
· Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
· Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
· Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
· Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
· Assist with the ordering of supplies
· Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
· Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager

Requirements
· At least a Certificate 4 qualification in commercial cookery
· Minimum 2 years of cookery experience in a commercial kitchen
· At least 2 years’ experience of cooking on the grill
· At least 2 years’ experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.
· Must be able to cook different proteins including seafood, beef, lamb and pork
· Passion for great food and presentation
· Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
· Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
· Experience in training kitchen staff