Cook
Mortdale Wishbone Chickens
Location:12 Morts Rd, Mortdale NSW 2223
Employment Type: Full time (Permanent)
Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 per year
About Us
At Mortdale Wishbone Chickens, we are committed to providing exceptional hospitality, quality dining, and outstanding customer service in a welcoming and family-friendly environment.
As our restaurant continues to grow and enhance its hospitality offerings, we are seeking skilled and experienced Cook to join our dedicated kitchen team.
The Role
We are hiring a dedicated Cook to join us.
Key Responsibilities
- Examine foodstuffs and ingredients to ensure they meet quality, freshness, and food safety standards before preparation and cooking.
- Prepare, season, cook, and present a wide variety of dishes in accordance with recipes, menu specifications, and quality standards.
- Regulate and monitor the temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment to ensure food is cooked safely and consistently.
- Portion food accurately, arrange meals attractively on plates, and add appropriate gravies, sauces, and garnishes before service.
- Ensure all food is stored correctly in temperature-controlled storage facilities and handled in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Prepare ingredients, including vegetables, meats, spices, sauces, and other items, ensuring adequate stock is available for daily kitchen operations.
- Assist in planning menus, estimating daily food production requirements, and ensuring sufficient ingredients and supplies are available.
- Prepare meals to meet special dietary requirements and accommodate customer requests, including allergy and nutritional considerations.
- Collaborate with the Sous Chef and kitchen team to organise daily food preparation and coordinate kitchen operations efficiently.
- Supervise, train, and provide guidance to apprentices, and junior kitchen staff to maintain high culinary and workplace standards.
- Assess the quality of both raw and cooked food products throughout the preparation and cooking process to ensure consistency and excellence. .
- Perform other kitchen and operational duties as directed by management to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.
Skills:
o Strong food preparation and cooking skills
o Good food presentation and plating skills
o Ability to work well under pressure in busy service periods
o Teamwork and clear communication skills
o Leadership and staff training abilities
Benefits:
o Friendly and supportive kitchen working environment.
o Opportunities to learn new skills and grow in your career.
o Regular work schedule with reliable working hours.
o Good salary based on skills, experience, and work performance.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
