Cook

Canberra Bar & Grill

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, seasoning, cooking and presenting a variety of dishes while maintaining consistent standards of quality, presentation, food safety and hygiene. The duties below have been structured to closely reflect the duties for Cook, including food-quality checks, temperature control, preparation and cooking, portioning and presentation, safe food storage, dietary requirements, menu planning and staff training.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Examine ingredients and food products before preparation to ensure freshness, quality and suitability for use.
• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items in accordance with established recipes, portion requirements and restaurant standards.
• Operate and regulate the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment to ensure food is cooked safely and correctly.
• Measure, prepare, season and cook ingredients using appropriate cooking methods and techniques.
• Monitor food throughout the cooking process to maintain consistency in taste, texture, quality and presentation.
• Portion cooked food appropriately, arrange dishes on plates and add sauces, gravies, garnishes and other accompaniments prior to service.
• Store raw ingredients, prepared food and cooked products appropriately in temperature-controlled facilities in accordance with food-safety requirements.
• Prepare and cook meals to accommodate special dietary requirements, allergies and customer requests where required.
• Assist with planning menus and estimating food requirements according to anticipated customer demand and restaurant operations.
• Monitor ingredient usage and stock levels and assist with maintaining adequate food supplies while minimising unnecessary wastage.
• Maintain clean and hygienic food-preparation, cooking and storage areas and ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are properly maintained.
• Assist in guiding junior kitchen staff and apprentices in food preparation, cooking procedures, hygiene practices and safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and delivered within appropriate service times.

Skills and Requirements

• AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Alternatively, at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification, consistent with the ANZSCO skill-level framework. 
• Relevant practical experience working as a Cook in a commercial restaurant or similar dining establishment.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, portioning and presentation.
• Ability to operate ovens, grills and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, safe food handling, temperature control and storage requirements.
• Ability to prepare meals for customers with special dietary requirements.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to perform effectively during busy service periods.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a professional kitchen team.
• Reliable, hardworking and committed to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation.

About Company

Canberra Bar & Grill is a well-established hospitality business located in Greenway, ACT, offering a welcoming dining environment and a diverse range of freshly prepared meals. The business provides breakfast, lunch and dinner services and focuses on delivering quality food, consistent presentation and friendly customer service. With regular trade throughout the week, Canberra Bar & Grill relies on an experienced kitchen team to maintain efficient food preparation, high standards of hygiene and food safety, and consistent quality across its menu.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $80000-80000

Job Publish: 18-09-2026

Job Expire: 18-10-2026

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