Full-Time Cook

K&K Aguilar Investments Pty Ltd t/a Cuisina by Nena is a family-run, authentic Filipino restaurant located in Burpengary, Queensland. We provide dine-in, takeaway and catering services and are expanding operations to maintain seven-day trading, introduce breakfast service and increase catering capacity.

We are seeking a skilled, reliable and experienced full-time Cook to join our kitchen team. This is a genuine hands-on commercial kitchen role for a person who can prepare high-quality food efficiently, maintain consistent standards during busy service periods and contribute to the ongoing growth of the business.

Position details

Position: Full-Time Cook

Employer: K&K Aguilar Investments Pty Ltd t/a Cuisina by Nena

Location: Shop 2, 161 Station Road, Burpengary QLD 4505

Employment type: Full-time, 38 hours per week

Salary: $79,499–$85,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on skills and experience

Key responsibilities

Prepare, cook and present menu items to a consistent, high standard

Prepare and cook Filipino dishes in accordance with established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards

Support breakfast, lunch, dinner, takeaway and catering operations

Complete food preparation, mise en place and service efficiently during busy periods

Maintain food quality, portion control, stock rotation and food-waste minimisation practices

Assist with food costing, stock management and kitchen-workflow improvements

Receive, check and store food and kitchen supplies in accordance with food-safety requirements

Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen

Comply with food-safety, hygiene, allergen-management and workplace health-and-safety requirements

Work effectively in a small kitchen team and assist with training/support of other kitchen staff where required

Skills and experience required

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent relevant qualification

Demonstrated experience working in a commercial kitchen

Strong food-preparation, cooking, plating and time-management skills

Experience working efficiently during busy service periods

Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, stock rotation and kitchen safety

Experience with portion control, food costing, stock management and reducing food wastage

Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality and presentation

Reliable, positive and hardworking attitude

Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays where required

Experience preparing Filipino cuisine, or the ability to quickly learn and consistently execute Filipino dishes, will be highly regarded.

How to apply

Please submit a current resume and a brief cover letter addressing your relevant commercial cookery experience through Workforce Australia or by email to [email protected].