Cook/Chef

Cook / Short Order Cook – Ol’ Mates Sandwich Shop

Location: Earlwood, Sydney NSW
Employment: Casual – 4 days per week
Availability: Must be available Saturdays and Sundays

About Us

Ol’ Mates Sandwich Shop is a busy neighbourhood sandwich shop in Earlwood, specialising in freshly made sandwiches, burgers and quality comfort food.

We're looking for a reliable, hands-on cook to join our kitchen team.

This is a straightforward cooking role suited to someone with commercial kitchen experience who enjoys working with good food in a friendly, organised environment.

About the Role

You'll be responsible for preparing food and cooking made-to-order menu items in a moderately fast-paced kitchen.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and assembling sandwiches and burgers to order.
• Cooking burger patties, proteins and other items on a commercial grill.
• Preparing and cooking chips.
• Completing straightforward daily food preparation.
• Using knives safely and confidently for basic food preparation.
• Following recipes, portion sizes and preparation procedures.
• Keeping your workstation clean and organised.
• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Working efficiently alongside the kitchen team during service.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, café or takeaway environment.
• Confident using a commercial grill.
• Good basic knife skills.
• Ability to complete daily food preparation independently.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Reliable, punctual and organised.
• Comfortable working during busy service periods.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Must be available four days per week, including both Saturday and Sunday.

Formal chef qualifications are not required.

What We Offer

• Competitive casual hourly rate.
• Approximately four shifts per week.
• Consistent weekend work.
• Friendly and supportive team.
• Straightforward menu and kitchen procedures.
• A well-established local sandwich shop.

How to Apply

If you have kitchen experience, are confident using a grill and enjoy preparing fresh food, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $34.00 – $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free drinks
• Free food

Work Location: In person