Cook

Skewer'd Port Melbourne are seeking an experienced and motivated Cook (At Least 1 year experience in Greek Restaurant or Souvlaki) to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis in Port Melbourne. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, and assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking a variety of meals in accordance with recipes and menu requirements.

• Greek /mediterranean food service

• Meat prep, marination and daily spit preparation.

• Knife skills to prepare in-store salads and meats

• Portion Control and consistency.

• Ensuring consistency, quality and presentation of all food.

• Preparing ingredients, including cutting, portioning and marinating.

• Monitoring food quality and freshness.

• Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen.

• Complying with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

• Assisting with stock management, including checking deliveries and minimising food wastage.

• Working efficiently as part of a team during busy service periods.

• Assisting with menu preparation and maintaining appropriate portion control.

• Ensuring kitchen equipment and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained.

About you

• Minimum 1-year previous experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.

• Must have passed Skill Assessment Test.

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

• Strong Grill and hot-line operation.

• Strong meat slicing skills from the gyros vertical spit.

• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.

• Understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.

• Adaptable to changing service and menu requirement.

• Availability to work full-time, including weekends and public holidays where required.

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable employment.

• Competitive salary of $79,500+ superannuation

• Supportive and professional working environment.

• Opportunity for career development and progression.

• Opportunity to work with an experienced kitchen team.