Cook

COOK - DUNDEE BEACH TAVERN

Location: Dundee Beach, Northern Territory | Position: Cook - Full Time

Occupation: Cook (ANZSCO 351411)

Dundee Beach Tavern is seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to join our team at our busy hospitality venue in Dundee Beach, Northern Territory.

This is a hands-on position for someone with solid commercial kitchen experience who can prepare and cook meals consistently, work efficiently during busy service periods and help maintain high standards of food quality, safety and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients and cooking a range of meals in accordance with the venue's menu and established recipes.

• Checking food quality, freshness and presentation before meals are served.

• Ensuring meals are prepared consistently and within required service times.

• Following portion control, preparation and plating standards.

• Assisting with stock rotation, food storage and monitoring kitchen supplies.

• Supporting the Chef and kitchen team with daily food preparation and service requirements.

• Using commercial kitchen equipment safely and correctly.

• Maintaining clean and organised food preparation, cooking and storage areas.

• Following food safety, hygiene, temperature control and safe food handling procedures.

• Reducing food wastage through appropriate preparation, storage and stock rotation practices.

• Communicating effectively with kitchen and front-of-house staff during service.

• Assisting with general kitchen operations and other cooking duties required for the efficient operation of the venue.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications or equivalent industry training are highly regarded.

• Relevant experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen environment.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook meals to a consistent standard.

• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling requirements - Food Handling certificate.

• Ability to work efficiently and remain organised during busy service periods.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a kitchen team.

• A reliable, professional and flexible approach to work.

•Ability to work a roster that may include evenings, weekends and public holidays.

The position is based at Dundee Beach Tavern, Dundee Beach NT and requires the successful applicant to work a flexible roster according to the operational requirements of the venue.

Applicants who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply by submitting their current resume together with details of their relevant qualifications and commercial cooking experience.