Cook

Overview

Work within a critical infrastructure setting in one of Australia's most technically advanced and unique environments. You will contribute to mission-essential operations demanding precise, dependable, and skilled technical teams.

Key Duties

• Prepare between 400 to 600 meals daily following Australian health and sanitation regulations.
• Assist Head and Sous Chefs in daily cafeteria operations and food service management.
• Manage kitchen and serving equipment proficiently.
• Fulfill roles such as larder cook, stove cook, and grill cook, delivering nutritious and appealing dishes tailored to USA and Australian preferences.
• Utilize batch food preparation methods to ensure freshness throughout meal services.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through quality preparation and presentation.
• Maintain resource efficiency and apply first-in-first-out inventory management for food products.
• Ensure dining facility cleanliness aligns with Australian Food and Health standards.
• Report defective equipment or maintenance needs promptly to the designated helpdesk.
• Uphold and encourage compliance with workplace health and safety protocols.
• Carry out any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certified in Supervision under Australian Food Health and Sanitation Standards.
• Familiarity with Micros Fidelio and Opera Hotel Management Systems.
• Experience with cash handling procedures.
• Knowledge of SAP systems.
• Graduate certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts or related hospitality discipline.
• Desirable certificates include Certificate IV in Business (Frontline Management), Catering or Hospitality, and Training and Assessment.
• Holders of Australian Food Health and Sanitation Standards Management Certificate preferred.
• Undergraduate degree is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and hygiene (food handling) certification.

Experience

Applicants should possess 3 to 5 years of professional experience as a cook within the hospitality sector.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Capability to independently lift objects weighing up to 10 kilograms;

Security Clearance

Employment requires obtaining and maintaining top-level Australian Department of Defence security clearance (Top-Secret Positive Vetting) or equivalent U.S. clearance (TS/SCI with Polygraph).

Job Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with site-specific environmental, health, and safety guidelines.
• Complete all assigned tasks safely.
• Report unsafe conditions or practices to supervisors or EHS management.
• Adhere strictly to the EHS handbook's procedures.
• Exercise the right to stop unsafe work activities immediately.

Quality Assurance

Commitment to upholding quality standards as core to customer satisfaction by adhering to the organization's quality system and contract requirements.

Compliance

Understand and follow all operational, safety, quality, and environmental protocols relevant to the position.