10X WA Pty Ltd t/a The General Sherman is looking for a professional cook with extensive experience working in a busy commercial kitchen.

Benefits

• Secure, long term employment opportunity
• Full-time position with 38 hours per week
• Work in a vibrant, community-oriented, and culturally rich venue
• Opportunity for both personal and professional growth.

Task & responsibilities

The Cook will be responsible for:

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality, freshness, and suitability for preparation and serving. 
• Checking food quality when receiving goods and during preparation, cooking, and service. 
• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers, and other cooking equipment. 
• Preparing, seasoning, and cooking food using a range of cooking methods and techniques. 
• Portioning food, plating meals, and adding sauces, gravies, and garnishes. 
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities in accordance with food safety requirements. 
• Preparing meals to meet special dietary requirements and customer needs. 
• Planning menu items and estimating food requirements as required. 
• Assisting with stock control, food ordering, and minimising food wastage. 
• Cleaning food preparation areas and following proper hygiene and cleaning procedures. 
• Safely using kitchen equipment and following occupational health and safety procedures. 
• Identifying and resolving issues during food preparation and service. 
• Communicating with kitchen and front-of-house staff about food quality, hygiene, safety, and customer requirements. 
• Working effectively with other kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment. 
• Applying relevant Australian food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and workplace safety procedures.

Qualification & experience

The successful applicant should have:

Preferred:

• AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, including relevant on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Relevant experience as a Cook in a dining, restaurant, café, catering, or commercial kitchen environment. 
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards. 
• Ability to prepare, season, cook, and present meals to a consistent standard. 
• Good communication and teamwork skills. 
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays if required.