Job Advertisement
Position: Cook
Location: The Tap on Mitchell
Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $72,500 per annum plus superannuation
State Date: Negotiable
About Us:
The Tap on Mitchell is a family-owned, fast-paced alfresco dining venue that offers something for everyone. From café-style breakfasts to bustling lunches and lively dinners, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere where great food, quality coffee, cold drinks, and genuine hospitality come together.
Our venue is built around a beautiful established tree, creating a unique outdoor setting, with Crocosaurus Cove overlooking the venue, adding to the experience. We feature live music every night, serve an extensive range of cocktails – including our famous fishbowls – alongside ice-cold draught beer, alcohol-free options, and a menu designed to cater to a wide variety of guests. We also operate a gaming room, making us a diverse hospitality venue with something happening at all times.
Our kitchen is at the heart of the venue, delivering consistent, high-quality meals across breakfast, lunch and dinner service in a fast-paced environment. The team works closely together to ensure food is prepared and served efficiently while maintaining strong standards of presentation, consistency and food safety.
As an entirely outdoor venue in the Top End, you’ll be working in tropical conditions year-round. The climate can be hot and humid, particularly during the build-up and wet season. We are looking for people who are comfortable working in these conditions while maintaining a positive attitude and contributing to a productive kitchen environment.
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable, motivated and skilled Cook to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking high-quality meals while maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety. You will work closely with the kitchen team to support efficient food service and ensure a consistent dining experience for our customers.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Inspecting and selecting ingredients to ensure freshness and quality prior to food preparation.
- Measuring, cleaning, chopping, blending, seasoning, heating and cooling ingredients in accordance with recipes and venue standards.
- Preparing and cooking a wide range of menu items across breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
- Monitoring food cooking processes to ensure quality, consistency, portion control and presentation standards are maintained.
- Following recipes, preparation methods and kitchen procedures to produce high-quality meals.
- Assisting with food preparation and coordinating cooking activities during busy service periods.
- Working collaboratively with Chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Assisting with the supervision and coordination of food preparation activities where required.
- Monitoring and maintaining inventory of food supplies, ingredients and kitchen equipment, and advising when stock replenishment is required.
- Assisting with the development and preparation of new recipes and menu items.
- Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment, utensils and food preparation areas.
- Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace cleanliness.
- Following workplace health and safety requirements, food safety legislation and venue policies and procedures.
- Performing other kitchen duties as required to support the efficient operation of the business.
About You:
The successful applicant will have:
- At least three years of relevant experience as a Cook, or an AQF Certificate III or AQF Certificate IV qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience preparing, seasoning and cooking food in a commercial kitchen environment.
- Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and kitchen procedures.
- Experience monitoring food quality, presentation and consistency throughout service.
- Knowledge of stock control, inventory management and safe food storage practices.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
- The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining a high standard of quality.
- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality food.
- A current Food Safety Certificate.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Competitive salary package.
- The opportunity to lead a busy Darwin hospitality kitchen.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to:
[email protected]
Applications Close: 11/09/2026
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pay: $72,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
