Cook

Location: Atherton, QLD 4883

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary : AUD 55,000 - 60,000

Barron Valley Hotel is a heritage-listed hotel. It is situated in the heart of Atherton, on the tropical tablelands. The hotel provides a wide variety of facilities and services for visitors including accommodation, restaurant and bar and bottle shops.

Major Duties and Responsibilities of Position: Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)

Check quality of ingredients

Seasons food according to recipes or company needs

Prepare, serve and store food items in regards to the requirements of the Kitchen

Prepares food before the arrival of the guests

Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements

Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment

Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes

Assists other cooks during the food assembly process

Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Create new recipes

Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen

Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and Hotel policy

Liaise and work with the Head Chef and Sous Chef and assist them to ensure safe and efficient production of food, while maintaining all statutory requirements

Establish and maintain effective employee working relationships

Desirable Qualifications and Skills: Certificate 111 in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent is a minimum requirement.

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cook.

Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)

Ability to follow all sanitation procedures

Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

Excellent communication skills

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