Cook
- Prepare and cook Italian dishes, including measuring ingredients, checking quality and catering to customers’ dietary needs.
- Coordinate kitchen staff and maintain food hygiene, workplace safety and proper storage standards.
- Assist with menu development, stock control, ordering and attractive presentation of meals.
The Luck Bird Pty Ltd t/a Carlucci's of Templestowe
Position: Cook
Position Type: Full time
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $80,000.00 per annum
Location: 134 James Street, Templestowe VIC 3106
Carlucci's of Templestowe was established in 1996 and is a long-standing Italian restaurant known for its generous portions, homestyle cooking, and warm hospitality. The restaurant has been a local Templestowe favourite for over 30 years.
We are looking for a talented cook to join our team full-time and work on creating unique dishes in line with our specializations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities (aligned with ANZSCO 351411 – Cook)
- Prepare, season, and cook a variety of Italian dishes following established recipes and standards.
- Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
- Accurately weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or professional judgment using appropriate kitchen tools and equipment.
- Coordinate and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and cooking.
- Cook meats, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients using baking, roasting, boiling, or steaming methods.
- Clean, peel, chop, and prepare fruits and vegetables for service.
- Monitor and adjust temperatures of ovens, grills, broilers, and other cooking equipment.
- Maintain hygiene and safety by inspecting food preparation and service areas for compliance with sanitation standards.
- Assess the quality of food items before use.
- Store ingredients properly in temperature-controlled environments.
- Portion and present Italian dishes attractively, adding sauces, dressings, herbs, and garnishes as required.
- Prepare meals for customers with specific dietary needs.
- Support senior chefs in creating and testing new recipes and menu specials.
- Estimate food requirements and assist with stock control, ordering, and storage of supplies.
- Perform other duties as required of a cook.
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen management
- Knowledge of Food Hygiene and OH&S Standards
- Basic knowledge of Italian cuisine and dishes
- Professional, organized, and innovative approach to cooking
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $80,000 per annum
- Work at one of Templestowe’s most popular and well-organised restaurants
- Join a friendly, tight-knit team that thrived on passion and collaboration
- Explore your creativity in the kitchen, designing dishes that highlight our signature specialties
Your next great opportunity starts here - join the Carlucci’s of Templestowe’s team and be a part of something delicious!
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