The Client
Rustica Canteen is a well-known Italian restaurant specialising in authentic Italian cuisine. They are a popular restaurant in the area with a reputation for quality and authentic Italian food. They are looking for an experienced Cook to join their team in Hillarys in WA.
The Role
This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $73,500 plus superannuation.
Responsibilities
Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
Using different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Assist with the ordering of supplies
Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager
Requirements
Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery
Minimum 2 years of cookery experience in a commercial kitchen
At least 2 years’ experience in Pasta making and Gnocchi making from scratch
At least 2 years’ experience of cooking on the grill
At least 2 years’ experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.
Must be able to cook different proteins including seafood, beef, lamb and pork
Passion for great food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
Experience in training kitchen staff
Rustica Canteen is a well-known Italian restaurant specialising in authentic Italian cuisine. They are a popular restaurant in the area with a reputation for quality and authentic Italian food. They are looking for an experienced Cook to join their team in Hillarys in WA.
The Role
This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $73,500 plus superannuation.
Responsibilities
Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
Using different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Assist with the ordering of supplies
Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager
Requirements
Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery
Minimum 2 years of cookery experience in a commercial kitchen
At least 2 years’ experience in Pasta making and Gnocchi making from scratch
At least 2 years’ experience of cooking on the grill
At least 2 years’ experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.
Must be able to cook different proteins including seafood, beef, lamb and pork
Passion for great food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
Experience in training kitchen staff
