UCHILOUNGE – Clarence st, Wynyard NSW
$81,000 per annum plus superannuation
Full-time | 38 hours per week
We are an established and busy Japanese restaurant located on Clarence st Wynyard, offering high-quality Japanese cuisine in a professional and fast-paced environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.
Key responsibilities
- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with established recipes, menus and presentation standards
- Preparing ingredients, including meat, seafood, vegetables, sauces, stocks and garnishes
- Operating grills, fryers, stovetops, ovens and other commercial kitchen equipment
- Monitoring the quality of ingredients and finished dishes
- Ensuring consistent portion sizes, flavour and presentation
- Assisting with menu preparation and the development of new dishes when required
- Managing food preparation and service during busy periods
- Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and inventory control
- Minimising food waste and following appropriate food-storage procedures
- Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen
- Following food safety, workplace health and safety, and sanitation requirements
- Working collaboratively with chefs, kitchen staff and front-of-house team members
- Assisting with the training and supervision of junior kitchen staff where required
Skills and experience
To be considered for this position, applicants should have:
- A relevant commercial cookery qualification,or at least three years of relevant commercial cooking experience
- Experience working in a busy commercial restaurant kitchen
- Sound knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and food safety requirements
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistent quality
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- The ability to work under pressure during busy service periods
- Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
Experience preparing Japanese cuisine will be highly regarded but is not essential.
Employment details
- Position: Cook
- Employment type: Full-time
- Ordinary hours: 38 hours per week
- Salary: $81,000 per annum plus superannuation
- Location: Clarence st Wynyard
How to apply
Please submit your résumé together with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and commercial cooking experience.
Only applicants who meet the requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview.
UCHILOUNGE is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates with full Australian working rights.
Pay: $81,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
