Cook Full Time NEW

Position: Cook

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $76,000 to $79,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Truganina VIC 3029

Our client is seeking a skilled Cook to join their restaurant located in Truganina, Victoria.

As a cook your overall objective is to assist in the preparation and cooking of food items in accordance with established recipes, standards and the direction of the Chef. You will contribute to the efficient and hygienic operation of the kitchen while maintaining high quality food standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Overall Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to a consistently high standard in accordance with menu guidelines and recipes.
• Ensure all food is produced within budget requirements, minimising waste and costs.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards as required by health department regulations.
• Assist in receiving and storing food in accordance with health department requirements.
• Follow the restaurant’s regular cleaning and waste disposal practices.
• Use safe work practices and support others to use them.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and keep workstations clean and organised.
• Assist in ensuring menu items are completed and delivered on time to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.

2. Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare ingredients including chopping, marinating, portioning and measuring, as directed by the Chef.
• Cook and present food items following established portion control and pricing policies.
• Set up workstations with required ingredients, utensils and equipment prior to each service.
• Follow correct and hygienic food handling practices at all times.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and cooking and report any issues to the Chef.
• Assist with plating and presentation of dishes to required standards.

3. Demonstrate Sound Teamwork / Organisational Skills

• Maintain a positive attitude and work cooperatively as part of the kitchen team.
• Accomplish work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Possess necessary knowledge with regard to food products and ingredients.
• Identify and communicate potential issues to the Chef promptly.
• Assist in maintaining good communication between floor and kitchen staff.

4. Guarantee Quality Standards

• Follow food preparation processes as directed to ensure product meets quality standards.
• Inspect ingredients and raw materials upon receipt for quality and quantity.
• Ensure proper storage procedures are followed for all food products.
• Monitor finished dishes and notify the Chef if corrective action is required.

5. Practice Cost Controls

• Minimise food waste through accurate measuring, portioning and careful food handling.
• Ensure the security and correct storage of all products.
• Notify the Chef of any stock shortages or discrepancies.

6. Maintain the Kitchen

• Follow all routine open/close procedures as directed.
• Establish and maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Communicate any equipment deficiencies or maintenance issues to the Chef or Manager.
• Manage kitchen areas in a security-conscious manner.

7. Complete Administrative Duties

• Comply with all policies with regard to stock requisitioning.
• Participate in required stocktaking activities as directed.
• Maintain records and notes as required by the Chef or Manager.

Requirements:

Technical Qualifications:

• Certificate III and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (required)
• Diploma in Hospitality (desirable)

Experience:

• At least 12 months prior relevant experience in a commercial kitchen
• Prior experience in Indian Cuisine is a must.

Personal Qualities:

• Efficient
• Thorough
• Enthusiastic
• Focused
• Patient
• Honest
• Loyal
• Responsible
• Mature
• Reliable

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Teamwork
• High Work Standards
• Initiative
• Ability to work under pressure