About the Role
The Cook will be responsible for preparing and cooking pasta dishes, sauces and other menu items while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards. The role requires someone who can work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen and contribute to smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present pasta dishes, sauces and other menu items in accordance with recipes and established standards.
- Prepare, portion and organise ingredients required for daily kitchen operations.
- Cook a range of pasta dishes using different pasta varieties, sauces and ingredients.
- Prepare and cook meat, seafood, vegetables and other ingredients as required.
- Maintain consistent food quality, taste, presentation and portion control.
- Assist with the preparation of starters, mains and other menu items.
- Monitor food storage, stock rotation and ingredient usage.
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Maintain clean, organised and hygienic kitchen areas and equipment.
- Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient food service.
- Minimise food wastage through appropriate food preparation, storage and stock control.
Skills and Experience
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification.
- At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
- Experience in pasta preparation and Italian-style cooking.
- Good understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong time management, teamwork and organisational skills.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion requirements and food quality standards.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment.
- Opportunity to work in a busy commercial kitchen.
- A team-oriented working environment.
- Opportunity to develop and utilise professional cooking skills.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Cook looking for a full-time opportunity in a busy pasta-focused kitchen, we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your resume through the online application portal.
About Company
Pastacup is a pasta-focused food business offering a variety of pasta dishes, sauces and complementary menu items. The Cockburn Central store offers a diverse menu including creamy, tomato-based and rose sauces, along with signature pasta dishes, starters, mains and salads.
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team at Cockburn Central.