Full Time Cook

Cook – Full Time Employer: The Trustee for De Silva and Subasinghe Family Trust T/A Myrtle by Dave Location: 163 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280 Salary: $72,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation The successful applicant will prepare and cook meals to our recipes and quality standards while supporting efficient service in a busy kitchen. Key responsibilities - Check ingredients for freshness and quality before preparation. - Prepare and cook menu items using the kitchen’s recipes and portion standards. - Operate ovens, grills and other cooking equipment safely and control cooking temperatures. - Prepare fresh sauces, marinades, fillings and accompaniments in accordance with established recipes. - Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control to ensure high standards are consistently maintained. - Season, portion and plate meals consistently for service. - Prepare meals to meet customers’ dietary requirements when needed. - Store ingredients and prepared food at appropriate temperatures, and rotate stock correctly. - Keep work areas and equipment clean and comply with food safety and hygiene procedures. - Coordinate preparation tasks with other kitchen staff during service. Skills and experience - A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent relevant experience. - Minimum one year of practical experience preparing and cooking meals in a commercial kitchen. - Sound knowledge of food safety, safe food storage and kitchen hygiene. - Ability to maintain consistent food quality during busy service periods. - Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to coordinate effectively with front-of-house staff to support accurate and efficient service. - Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise preparation and cooking tasks and manage multiple orders effectively in a fast-paced commercial kitchen. - Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and exceptional customer service. How to apply: Applications open on 28 September 2026 and close on 28 October 2026. Please send your CV to info@businessnest.com.au. Please include the job role title in your email.