Cook

Location: BURPENGARY, QLD

Salary: Above Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

• Prepare and cook items across our full menu, from smash burgers and loaded hot dogs through to fries and sides, following Dawg Boys recipes and quality standards.
• Portion each order accurately and assemble it with care, finishing burgers, dawgs and sides with the right sauces, toppings and garnishes so presentation is spot on every time.
• Set, monitor and adjust grills, hotplates, fryers and other kitchen equipment so every item cooks at the correct temperature, even through the busiest service periods.
• Check incoming produce, meats, buns and other ingredients for freshness and quality, and flag anything that falls short of our standards before it reaches the grill.
• Safely prepare meals for guests with allergies or special dietary needs, including vegetarian and gluten-free options, taking care to avoid cross-contamination.
• Season and taste as you cook so that flavours stay bold, balanced and consistent across every order.
• Store ingredients and prepped items correctly in fridges, freezers and other temperature-controlled storage, keeping labelling, date rotation and holding temperatures in check.
• Keep workstations, equipment and the wider kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Contribute ideas for new menu items and limited-time specials, and help estimate daily prep quantities and ingredient orders so the kitchen stays stocked without waste.
• Receive and check deliveries, monitor stock levels and let management know early when supplies are running low.
• Guide and train junior kitchen staff, apprentices and new starters, leading by example on technique, speed and presentation.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team during peak periods to keep orders moving quickly without compromising on quality.

What You Will Bring

• At least 1 year of experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen, with fast-paced or high-volume experience highly regarded.
• An AQF Certificate III (including at least two years of on-the-job training) or an AQF Certificate IV in commercial cookery or a related field.

Personal Attributes

• Calm, focused and efficient when orders stack up during peak service.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic and a can-do approach.
• Sharp attention to detail and a commitment to consistency.
• Natural leadership qualities and a willingness to share knowledge with others.
• Open to feedback and always looking for ways to improve.

What We Offer

• A full-time position, typically involving 38 hours per week.
• An annual salary of $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation.

How to Apply If you are ready to bring your skills and energy to the Dawg Boys kitchen, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your current resume and a short cover letter telling us why you are the right fit for this role.