Cook
Also known as: Chef
Cooks prepare and cook food.
Duties
- check food to make sure of its quality
- regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
- prepare food for cooking
- cook food by a range of methods (i.e. baking, braising, frying, roasting or steaming)
- divide food into portions and make sure that the food is well presented
- clean food preparation areas and equipment
- store food in temperature-controlled facilities
- receive and store supplies
- make sure kitchen is hygienic and functional
- plan menus and estimate food requirements
- prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
- train and supervise other staff.
Skills Required
- a high level of personal cleanliness
- able to plan your time and work under pressure
- good communication skills
- punctuality
- flexibility to perform shift work (sometimes on a 24-hour rotating roster)
- able to stay calm in difficult situations
- able to work well in a team.
Salary
$30 000 - $50 000
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Train for this job
- Community Services Work, Aged Care Work, Disability Work, Home and Community Care or Youth Work - Certificate III
- Hospitality (Commercial Catering) - Certificate IV
- Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) - Certificate III
- Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) - Certificate II
- Hospitality (Supervision) - Certificate IV
