Cook

About the role

A Cook role involving food preparation and cooking according to recipes and kitchen standards, ensuring consistent taste, portion, quality, and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes and kitchen standards
• Ensure consistent taste, portion, quality, and presentation
• Prepare ingredients, including cutting, marinating, seasoning, and portioning
• Complete daily mise en place before service
• Prepare orders accurately and within the required service time
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations
• Clean and properly maintain kitchen equipment and utensils
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use
• Work closely with the kitchen and service team during daily operations

About you

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen position
• Previous experience in a café, restaurant, hotel, or food-service environment
• Good knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food preparation
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Able to maintain consistency and attention to detail during busy service
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Responsible, disciplined, and punctual
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods