Cooks wanted at Kenilworth Country Bakery Pty Ltd

Kenilworth Country Bakery Pty Ltd is currently recruiting experienced Cooks to support kitchen operations at its newly acquired full-service restaurant located in Samford Village, Queensland 4520. These are full-time positions offering a competitive annual salary package of AUD 70-80K plus superannuation, with flexibility available for the right candidates.

These roles are ideal for reliable, hands-on professionals who thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented hospitality environment. Expressions of interest are welcome from candidates who are passionate about food and committed to excellence in a full-service restaurant setting.

• Regularly prepare, cook, and season various foods according to the menu.
• Portion and present food as required, ensuring the set quality.
• Ensuring proper storage per controlled temperature guidelines.
• Season dishes correctly during the cooking process to enhance flavour.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure they meet established standards.
• Assess food items to ensure they meet quality and safety criteria.
• Cook orders in compliance with food health and safety standards and dietary requirements.
• Assist senior chefs by executing their direction into consistently high-quality dishes, maintaining efficiency and precision across all sections of the kitchen.
• Routine kitchen operations, including stock rotation, and necessary paperwork on a daily basis.
• Set up and organise workstations efficiently.
• Prepare ovens, utensils, and grills for shifts.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP protocols.

• Be willing to relocate if you are interstate or in other cities.
• Be available on both days at weekends and be able to work split shifts.
• Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery
• Have at least 2 years of work experience as a Cook
• Ability to work in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Be part of a welcoming and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and skill development within a respected hospitality group
• Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while working in one of Queensland’s most scenic coastal destinations

How to join the team

Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.