Cook – Specialist Ethnic Cuisine(Italian)

This job ad is posted by Comandini Migration Services on behalfof The Taste of Italy

Cook – Specialist Ethnic Cuisine (Italian)

The Taste of Italy

Location: 3/52 Mitchell Street, Darwin City NT 0800

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 38–40 hours per week

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 per annum plus superannuation,depending on experience

About the Role

The Taste of Italy is seeking an experienced Cook specialising inItalian cuisine to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role requires hands-on preparation and cooking oftraditional Italian dishes using authentic recipes, ingredientsand cooking methods. The successful candidate will beresponsible for preparing high-quality Italian food, maintainingkitchen standards, supporting daily kitchen operations andassisting with menu planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine ingredients and foodstuffs to ensure quality andfreshness

• Prepare, cook and season traditional Italian dishes, includingpizza, lasagna, arancini, schiacciata, panzerotti, pasta anddesserts

• Follow authentic Italian recipes, preparation techniques andcooking methods

• Operate and regulate ovens, grills, fryers and pizza ovens atcorrect temperatures

• Portion, plate and present food for service

• Store and handle food in temperature-controlled facilities inaccordance with food safety standards

• Prepare food to meet dietary requirements and customerrequests

• Contribute to menu planning and estimating foodrequirements

• Train and guide junior kitchen staff and apprentices in traditional Italian cooking methods

• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards in allfood preparation areas

• Work cooperatively with kitchen and front-of-house staff toensure efficient service

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and traditional Italiancooking methods

• Experience preparing and cooking Italian dishes in acommercial kitchen environment

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy hospitalityenvironment

• Good organisational and time management skills

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanlinessrequirements

• Ability to follow recipes, portion control standards and kitchen procedures