Cook

Tasty Treats

Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $72,000 - $80,000 per annum + superannuation

About Tasty Treats

Tasty Treats is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for a reliable individual who is passionate about food preparation and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and customer satisfaction.

About the Position

The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes while ensuring food quality, appropriate storage, portion control and compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspecting ingredients and food products to ensure they meet required quality and freshness standards.

• Monitoring and adjusting the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking appliances.

• Preparing and cooking a variety of food in accordance with recipes and established kitchen standards.

• Adding appropriate seasoning and flavours throughout the cooking process.

• Portioning and plating meals, including adding sauces, gravies and garnishes to ensure appropriate presentation.

• Ensuring food and ingredients are safely stored in suitable temperature-controlled facilities.

• Preparing meals to accommodate special dietary needs and customer requirements.

• Assisting with menu planning and estimating the quantities of food and ingredients required.

• Monitoring food supplies and assisting with stock control where required.

• Providing training and guidance to other kitchen staff and apprentices where necessary.

• Maintaining clean and hygienic food preparation, cooking and storage areas.

• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.

• Working efficiently with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this position, applicants should have:

• At least one year of previous relevant work experience as a Cook or in a similar commercial cooking position.

• Experience preparing and cooking food in a commercial kitchen environment.

• Sound knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.

• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and food storage requirements.

• Ability to operate ovens, grills and other commercial kitchen equipment.

• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.

• Ability to prepare meals for special dietary requirements.

• Good organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a busy and fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

A relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent field is preferred.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications, relevant work experience.

Australian citizens and Permanent residents are encouraged to apply.