Royal Hotel Sea Lake is a community owned and operated country hotel providing
accommodation, dining and hospitality services to local residents, visitors and travellers
throughout the Mallee region. Our restaurant offers a range of traditional pub favourites
and contemporary dishes prepared using fresh produce.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team on a full
time basis.
About the role
The Cook will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking food in accordance
with the hotel's menu, recipes and food quality standards. The position will work closely
with the kitchen and service team to ensure meals are prepared consistently, safely and
efficiently during busy service periods.
Key responsibilities
- Examine and select foodstuffs and ingredients to ensure quality and freshness.
- Prepare and cook food in accordance with established recipes, menu requirements and service standards.
- Prepare ingredients by cleaning, cutting, chopping, mixing, weighing and measuring as required.
- Regulate and monitor temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
- Season food during cooking and ensure appropriate taste, texture and presentation.
- Portion food and plate meals appropriately, including adding sauces, gravies and garnishes.
- Prepare meals including meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, salads and other menu items.
- Prepare food to accommodate special dietary requirements where required.
- Monitor food during preparation and cooking to ensure it is properly cooked and presented.
- Store food and ingredients appropriately in temperature controlled facilities.
- Maintain appropriate food preparation, storage and handling practices in accordance with food safety requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness of cooking equipment, utensils and food preparation areas.
- Minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation, storage and portion control.
- Assist with preparation and organisation of food requirements for daily service and functions.
- Work cooperatively with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared and served within required timeframes.
- Follow workplace health and safety and food hygiene procedures at all times.
Skills and experience
- Relevant qualification such as Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
- Relevant experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, hotel or similar dining establishment. (Minimum 1-year full time)
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Ability to operate commercial cooking equipment including ovens, grills and fryers.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food storage practices.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion requirements and food preparation procedures.
- Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a kitchen team.
- Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.
Salary
$80,000 AUD per annum plus superannuation, in accordance with the applicable
employment arrangements.
What we offer
- Full time employment with an established regional hospitality business.
- A supportive country hotel environment.
- Opportunity to work in a varied commercial kitchen servicing restaurant, hotel and function customers.
- Ongoing employment and professional development opportunities.
How to apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant qualifications and commercial
cooking experience on the ad.
Only applicants with relevant skills and experience will be considered.
Royal Hotel Sea Lake
74 Best Street, Sea Lake VIC 3533
Pay: $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
