JOB DESCRIPTION

Title

General Cook Full Time Position

Reports To

Head Chef

Salary

$80,000 p/a

EST OVEST OSTERIA – 1/111 ANAGS STREET, ADELAIDE SA 5000

ITALIAN CUISINE – Serving authentic Italian food in a casual osteria

If you are an experienced Cook with a passion for Italian cuisine and are looking for a full time position look no further! you’ll be part of a creative and professional team who’ll deliver a relaxed and fun café dining experience as well as work closely with the Head Chef to deliver a menu which highlights high quality seasonal local produce with a traditional Italian flair.

To be successful in this role, you will have proven expertise in a breakfast café chef/cooking position where you have worked closely with the Head Chef in mentoring kitchen staff as well as being proactive in managing food hygiene and safety practices.

Summary

The General Cook is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. The General Cook must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

- Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques;

- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services (customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction);

- Knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation;

- Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.

- Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery);

- Minimum 2 year of cooking experience required in Italian food ;

- Skills in a wide range of cookery methods to produce a range of menu items including:

boil, blanch, simmer, poach, steam, stew, braise, roast, bake, grill, shallow fry and deep fry;

- Effective communication skills;

- Highly effective teamwork skills, strong work ethic and positive team attitude;

- Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills;

Job Duties

- Preparing seasoning and cooking food;

- Assembling and preparing ingredients for menu items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner;

- Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant;

- Adding souses, gravies, garnishes to the prepared food;

- Making salad dressing and sauces;

- Preparing dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances;

- Serving food in the proper portion size and at the proper temperature;

- Examining food to ensure quality;

- Storing food in accordance to the temperature requirements;

- Preparing and using specialised kitchen equipment for use;

- Checking temperature of the fridges;

- Regulating temperatures of oven, grill, deep fryer etc.;

- Restocking all items as needed throughout shift;

- Setting up cleans and maintaining station according to restaurant guidelines;

- Following proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention;

- Adhering to all regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety;

- Reporting any infraction in the food services department policies and procedures;

- Performing additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Cook/Chef, Head Cook/Chef, Head Chef, at any time.

Closing Date: 18th August 2025

Email your CV to [email protected]