Cook

Full-time Cook position available with competitive salary. Work in a dynamic team in Sydney NSW. 3 Stand-out Bullet Points: • Full-Time Cook • Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 per annum plus superannuation • Exciting opportunity to work in a professional setting. About Us Sugo Sydney Pty Ltd (Sugo) is a Sydney-based restaurant business specialising in quality Italian-inspired cuisine. Sugo operates a busy, service-driven commercial kitchen and is committed to high standards of food quality, hygiene and customer experience, underpinned by a collaborative and supportive kitchen culture. About the role The Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting food to Sugo's standards in a busy commercial restaurant kitchen. The Cook works as part of the kitchen brigade under the direction of the Head Chef and contributes to the consistent delivery of a high-quality menu, a safe and hygienic kitchen environment, and efficient service across all trading periods. Duties and Responsibilities • Prepare mise en place for each service in accordance with menu specifications, portion controls and recipe cards issued by the Head Chef; • Wash, peel, cut, weigh and portion ingredients accurately and efficiently; • Prepare stocks, sauces, doughs, pasta, marinades, dressings and other components as directed; • Ensure ingredients are stored, labelled and dated correctly in line with food safety requirements and stock rotation principles (first-in, first-out); • Check the quality, freshness and specification of ingredients on receipt and during preparation, and report any concerns to the Head Chef • Cook and plate dishes to the specifications, presentation standards and timing expectations set by the Head Chef; • Operate a designated section of the kitchen (such as pasta, grill, sauté, larder or dessert) as rostered; • Maintain consistency in taste, portion size and presentation across all covers; • Communicate clearly with other kitchen staff and front-of-house team members during service, including calling and responding to dockets; • Adjust workflow to manage peaks, allergies, dietary requirements and special orders; • Assist in menu development, tasting and trials when requested. • Comply at all times with the Food Standards Code, the Food Act 2003 (NSW), the Food Regulation 2015 (NSW) and Sugo's food safety program; • Maintain personal hygiene and appearance standards, including the correct wearing of the provided uniform, apron, hair restraint and safety footwear; • Clean, sanitise and maintain workstations, equipment, utensils, cool rooms, freezers, dry stores and floor areas before, during and after service; • Comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) and the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 (NSW), and with the Company's WHS policies and procedures; • Receive, check and store deliveries in accordance with Company procedures, verifying quantities, quality and use-by dates against orders and invoices; • Rotate stock and monitor levels within the assigned section, alerting the Head Chef when reordering is required; • Assist with periodic stocktakes and end-of-month inventory counts; Essential Skills • Time management: capacity to prioritise, plan and execute preparation and service under time pressure; • Attention to detail: consistency in portioning, presentation, seasoning and quality control; • Communication: clear and respectful verbal communication with kitchen and front-of-house colleagues; • Teamwork: ability to work cooperatively as part of a busy brigade and to support colleagues during peaks; • Resilience: ability to remain calm and effective during peak service and to respond constructively to feedback; • Adaptability: willingness to move between sections and to learn new dishes, techniques and systems; • Integrity: honesty and reliability in the handling of stock, cash equivalents and Company property; • Cultural fit: alignment with Sugo's values of hospitality, quality and respect. Qualifications needed: • Relevant Culinary qualification or equivalent relevant work experience • Minimum 1 year of work experience on relevant position What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience • Opportunities for professional growth and training • A supportive and dynamic work environment • Work on exciting projects with cutting-edge technology Salary: The role offers a remuneration package ranging from $75,000-$95,000 plus superannuation for a 38-hour work week. How to Apply: 11 Recruitment is your pathway to securing this exciting opportunity. We are looking forward to facilitating your application and potentially welcoming you to a company that values expertise. Apply now and let us help you take the next step in your career. PANG0003