Position: Cook

Salary: 76,515 per annum, plus superannuation 

Location: 443-445 Old South Head Rd Rose Bay, NSW 2029

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 

About the company 

Jesse’s Bakery is a well-established café and bakery located in the heart of Rose Bay, offering artisan breakfast and lunch dishes, freshly baked pastries, sourdough breads, cakes, and specialty coffee made with high-quality local ingredients. Known for its kosher-certified breads and baked goods, the business expanded in early 2026 with “Meat at Jesse’s,” a burger and sandwich shop operating serving premium meats, made-to-order burgers, juicy chicken, fresh salads, and sides in a fast-paced and customer-focused environment.

About the role 

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality meals, maintaining food safety standards, and working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. 

Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing, cooking, seasoning, and presenting high-quality dishes in accordance with the menu and company standards
• Examining food ingredients and supplies to ensure freshness and quality
• Operating and regulating commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, and other cooking appliances safely and efficiently
• Maintaining consistency in food quality, taste, and portion control during service hours
• Portioning food, plating meals, and adding sauces, gravies, and garnishes where required
• Storing food in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities and following food safety and hygiene regulations
• Assisting with menu planning and estimating food and stock requirements
• Monitoring stock levels and notifying management when orders are required
• Preparing meals to accommodate customer dietary requirements and special requests, including kosher food preparation standards
•  Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with workplace health and safety standards
• Training and supervising junior kitchen staff and apprentices where required
• Working collaboratively with the head chef and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations and excellent customer service

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated with the utmost privacy and confidentiality.

Benefits

Visa Support

Meals 

Task & responsibilities

• Cooking, seasoning, and presenting high-quality dishes in accordance with the menu and company standards
• Examining food ingredients and supplies to ensure freshness and quality
• Operating and regulating commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, and other cooking appliances safely and efficiently
• Maintaining consistency in food quality, taste, and portion control during service hours
• Portioning food, plating meals, and adding sauces, gravies, and garnishes where required
• Storing food in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities and following food safety and hygiene regulations
• Assisting with menu planning and estimating food and stock requirements
• Monitoring stock levels and notifying management when orders are required
• Preparing meals to accommodate customer dietary requirements and special requests, including kosher food preparation standards
•  Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with workplace health and safety standards
• Training and supervising junior kitchen staff and apprentices where required
• Working collaboratively with the head chef and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations and excellent customer service

Qualification & experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience working as a Cook in a busy café or restaurant environment
• Relevant culinary qualification (Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent) preferred
• Strong passion for cooking with a willingness to learn, develop new skills, and grow within a professional kitchen
• Good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and support various kitchen duties as required
• Positive attitude with a strong commitment to teamwork and contributing to a supportive kitchen culture.