We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cook to join the team at 63 Highton. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals to a high standard, following recipes and menu requirements, maintaining food quality and presentation, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. The role also involves stock management, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, minimising food wastage, and working closely with the kitchen team to ensure efficient daily operations. <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Stable full-time hours: Minimum 38 hours per week with consistent employment.</li><li>Competitive pay: Salary package aligned with your skills, qualifications and experience.</li><li>Supportive team: Work alongside a friendly and collaborative kitchen team.</li><li>Career growth: Build your cooking skills and progress within the hospitality industry.</li><li>Skill development: Gain hands-on experience in food preparation, menu execution and kitchen operations.</li><li>Professional workplace: Work in a clean, organised kitchen with clear food safety and hygiene standards.</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Prepare and cook dishes according to menu specifications and recipes.</li><li>Ensure food quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation meet required standards.</li><li>Prepare ingredients, including cutting, marinating, seasoning and portioning.</li><li>Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure consistent results.</li><li>Maintain food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times.</li><li>Check food stock levels and assist with ordering and receiving supplies.</li><li>Store ingredients correctly and maintain proper stock rotation.</li><li>Minimise food wastage and control portion costs.</li><li>Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils and work areas.</li><li>Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.</li><li>Follow workplace health and safety procedures.</li><li>Assist with menu preparation and introduce new dishes where required.</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>1–2 years of cooking experience in Indian or fast-casual kitchensAbility to follow recipes and maintain consistency in high-volume serviceFamiliarity with safe food handling and kitchen hygiene standardsAQF Certificate III and IV (Commercial Cookery) desirable, but equivalent experience valued

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Join 63 Highton as a Cook for stable full-time work, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow your culinary career.

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<h2>About the Role</h2>We are looking for a capable and motivated Cook who can confidently work in a fast-paced café kitchen and consistently prepare meals to our established standards. The successful candidate will be involved in the day-to-day preparation, cooking, portioning and presentation of menu items while ensuring food quality, hygiene and safe food-handling practices are maintained.<h2>Key Tasks and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Inspecting fresh produce, meats, dairy products and other ingredients before preparation to ensure they meet the café's required standards for freshness and quality.</li><li>Preparing ingredients for daily service by washing, peeling, cutting, chopping, measuring, mixing and portioning food as required.</li><li>Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of breakfast, brunch and café-style dishes in accordance with established recipes and customer orders.</li><li>Operating ovens, grills, hotplates and other commercial kitchen equipment and regulating cooking temperatures and times to achieve consistent results.</li><li>Monitoring food throughout the cooking process to ensure meals are properly cooked and meet expected standards of taste, texture and appearance.</li><li>Portioning and plating meals appropriately and finishing dishes with sauces, accompaniments and garnishes before service.</li><li>Preparing food in accordance with customers' special dietary requirements and communicating appropriately with other kitchen staff regarding allergies or dietary requests.</li><li>Correctly storing prepared and raw food in temperature-controlled facilities and following appropriate food rotation and stock-handling procedures.</li><li>Monitoring food supplies used during daily service and assisting with estimating ingredient and food requirements to minimise shortages and unnecessary wastage.</li><li>Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic workstation and ensuring cooking utensils and kitchen equipment are cleaned and maintained appropriately.</li><li>Working cooperatively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure customer orders are prepared accurately and within appropriate service times.</li><li>Assisting, where required, with the guidance and training of junior kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques and safe kitchen practices.</li><li>Following the café's food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications and Experience</h2><ul><li>AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with appropriate on-the-job training, Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent relevant qualification.</li><li>Alternatively, at least three years of relevant industry experience may be considered in place of the formal qualification.</li><li>Relevant practical experience working as a Cook within a café, restaurant or similar commercial kitchen environment.</li><li>Sound knowledge of food preparation, seasoning and commercial cooking techniques.</li><li>Experience using commercial ovens, grills, hotplates and other kitchen equipment safely and effectively.</li><li>Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, temperature control and safe food-storage practices.</li><li>Ability to maintain consistent portion sizes, presentation and food quality during busy service periods.</li><li>Ability to prepare meals for customers with specific dietary requirements.</li><li>Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple orders in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a kitchen team.</li><li>A reliable, professional and quality-focused approach to work.</li><li>Flexibility to work across the café's operational roster, including weekends and public holidays where required.</li></ul><h2>What We Offer</h2><ul><li>Annual salary of $80,000 plus superannuation</li><li>Permanent, full-time employment</li><li>A busy and established café environment</li><li>Opportunity to work with an experienced and supportive team</li><li>A role that provides hands-on involvement across food preparation, cooking and service</li><li>Opportunity to further develop commercial cookery skills and experience</li></ul>If you are an experienced Cook who takes pride in preparing consistently high-quality food and enjoys working in a busy café environment, we would like to hear from you.

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Full time Cook Positions available at our Tatura and Broadford Centres in Victoria. Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Cook to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for all children. As our new Childcare Cook, it is your role to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals that consists of all meals and snacks. Working set hours across Monday to Friday, you will prepare menus, accommodating the dietary requirements and allergies of all children at the centre.We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role. <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Access to visible leaders and founders&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Assistance Program&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to participate in targeted professional learning&nbsp;</li><li>Emerging leadership opportunities for growth and career development&nbsp;</li><li>Immediate access to our learning portal, Journey Academy&nbsp;</li><li>High-quality resources and environments&nbsp;</li><li>Core values that we live and breath</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication and consideration to life and reflect this in everyday practice.</li><li>Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conduct</li><li>Ensuring that food provisions are purchased in accordance with the menu and budget requirements.</li><li>Ensuring that the presentation of meals is appetising and appealing to all children</li><li>Carrying out health, hygiene, and safety procedures according to Child Care Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Legislations, Duty of Care and the Centre policy and procedure documents.</li><li>Consulting families regarding the nutritional requirements for their children.</li><li>Regulating temperatures of all kitchen equipment (ovens, grills, fridges etc)</li><li>Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities and managing the record keeping of these.</li><li>Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements</li><li>Lead and mentor other kitchen staff</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>&nbsp;An AQF recognised Certificate III, along with at least two years of on-the-job training.</li><li>&nbsp;Demonstrated commitment to providing healthy, nutritious meals for children of all ages</li><li>&nbsp;Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis and First Aid Certificates</li></ul>

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Full time Cook Positions available at our Tatura and Broadford Centres in Victoria.

Childcare Cook

Full time Cook Position available at our Tatura Centre in Victoria. Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Cook to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for all children. As our new Childcare Cook, it is your role to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals that consists of all meals and snacks. Working set hours across Monday to Friday, you will prepare menus, accommodating the dietary requirements and allergies of all children at the centre.We are genuinely committed to investing in our people. We will offer you the tools, training and support needed in your new role. <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Access to visible leaders and founders&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Assistance Program&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to participate in targeted professional learning&nbsp;</li><li>Emerging leadership opportunities for growth and career development&nbsp;</li><li>Immediate access to our learning portal, Journey Academy&nbsp;</li><li>High-quality resources and environments&nbsp;</li><li>Core values that we live and breath</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Bringing the Journey Values of connection, communication and consideration to life and reflect this in everyday practice.</li><li>Ability to adhere to Journey’s child safe policy and code of conduct</li><li>Ensuring that food provisions are purchased in accordance with the menu and budget requirements.</li><li>Ensuring that the presentation of meals is appetising and appealing to all children</li><li>Carrying out health, hygiene, and safety procedures according to Child Care Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Legislations, Duty of Care and the Centre policy and procedure documents.</li><li>Consulting families regarding the nutritional requirements for their children.</li><li>Regulating temperatures of all kitchen equipment (ovens, grills, fridges etc)</li><li>Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities and managing the record keeping of these.</li><li>Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements</li><li>Lead and mentor other kitchen staff</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>&nbsp;An AQF recognised Certificate III, along with at least two years of on-the-job training.</li><li>&nbsp;Demonstrated commitment to providing healthy, nutritious meals for children of all ages</li><li>&nbsp;Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis and First Aid Certificates</li></ul>

Full time Cook Position available at our Tatura Centre in Victoria. Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Cook

<h1>Full-Time Cook – &nbsp;Indian Curry &amp; Tandoor</h1>Company: BAWA SAHIB PTY. LTD.Trading as: Mahal Green Olive Indian RestaurantLocation: Shepparton VIC 3630Employment Type: Full-timeSalary: $79,500 per annum plus superannuation<h3>About the Business</h3>Mahal Green Olive Indian Restaurant is an established Indian restaurant located in Shepparton, Victoria. We specialize in authentic Indian cuisine and are seeking an experienced Full-time Cook with demonstrated skills in Indian Curry and Tandoor cooking.<h3>About the Position</h3>The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking a range of North Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori dishes, breads and other menu items, while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards.<h3>Key Duties and Responsibilities</h3>Prepare, season and cook Indian dishes according to established recipes and menu requirements.Prepare and cook a range of Indian curries and tandoori dishes.Operate and monitor tandoor and other commercial cooking equipment.Prepare ingredients including meats, vegetables, sauces, marinades and spices.Cook food to the required quality, portion and presentation standards.Monitor cooking processes and adjust temperatures and cooking times as required.Prepare food during busy service periods while maintaining consistent quality.Assist with preparation of daily kitchen requirements and menu items.Ensure food is stored, handled and prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements.Maintain a clean and organised cooking area and kitchen equipment.Monitor food supplies and assist with stock rotation and preparation requirements.Work effectively as part of a kitchen team and communicate with other kitchen staff during service.Assist with maintaining consistent recipes, portion sizes and food quality.<h3>Essential Skills and Experience</h3>Minimum 1 year of relevant experience working as a Cook in an Indian restaurantDemonstrated experience preparing North Indian cuisine.Practical experience in Indian Curry and Tandoor cooking.Ability to prepare a range of curries, tandoori dishes and other North Indian menu items.Ability to work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen.Ability to work independently and as part of a kitchen team.Knowledge of commercial kitchen food preparation, cooking and hygiene practices.Ability to follow recipes, portion requirements and food quality standards.<h3>Qualifications</h3>Trade or Diploma-level qualification in Cookery is required.<h3>Salary and Employment Conditions</h3>The position is full-time, with a salary of $79,500 per annum plus superannuation.<h3>How to Apply</h3>Applicants who meet the above skills, experience and qualification requirements are invited to submit their resume outlining their relevant experience in Indian cooking, particularly Indian Curry and Tandoor cooking.BAWA SAHIB PTY. LTD. is an equal opportunity employer.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Mahal Green Olive Indian Restaurant Indian restaurant  Shepparton, is on the lookout for an experienced Indian Cuisine Cook

Cook ( CURRY & TANDOOR )

Rubens@Hepburn
RUBENS@HEPBURN is seeking a skilled Chef and Cook to join our team. They will be responsible for creating delicious and visually appealing dishes, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring food safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, strong culinary skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.Benefits<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Opportunities for career growth</li>
<li>Work-life balance</li>
<li>Health and wellness</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities</li>
</ul>Task &amp; responsibilitiesPosition 1: Chef
Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Lead and supervise kitchen operations</li>
<li>Design and develop creative, seasonal menu items</li>
<li>Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high standards</li>
<li>Maintain kitchen inventory and control costs</li>
<li>Train and mentor junior kitchen staff</li>
<li>Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations</li>
</ul>
Position 2: Cook
Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Prepare and cook dishes according to set recipes and menu</li>
<li>Assist in food preparation and storage</li>
<li>Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen team</li>
<li>Follow all health and food safety guidelines</li>
<li>Monitor quality and consistency of food served</li>
</ul>Qualification &amp; experienceQualifications &amp; Experience for Chef:
<ul>
<li>AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Commercial Cookery OR at least 3 years of experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen</li>
<li>Proven 1-year industry experience</li>
<li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li>
<li>Advanced knowledge of Italian cuisine preferred</li>
<li>Proven experience in menu creation and kitchen operations</li>
<li>Excellent time management and organizational skills</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience for Cook:
<ul>
<li>Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery OR at least 3 years of experience as a Cook in a fast-paced kitchen</li>
<li>Proven 1-year industry experience</li>
<li>Good understanding of food handling and hygiene standards</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision</li>
<li>Strong communication and team-working skills</li>
<li>Passion for delivering high-quality meals</li>
</ul>
About Company Rubens@Hepburn is a fully licensed restaurant serving Mediterranean style cuisine in an inviting setting. Our menu features a blend of contemporary and classic flavours, specializing in gourmet cuisine crafted with the finest ingredients. We pride ourselves on delivering an unforgettable experience to every guest.

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Work Type: Full time
Salary: $80000-85000
Job Publish: 06-09-2026
Job Expire: 06-10-2026

Rubens@Hepburn
RUBENS@HEPBURN is seeking a skilled Chef and Cook to join our team.

Skilled Chef/Cook Needed - Full-Time Position

Cook / Café Chef – Daytime Hours
Twenty 9 Piper | Kyneton, VIC
Twenty 9 Piper is looking for an experienced Cook / Café Chef to join our team in a full-time or part time role.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced cook or chef — including a strong 2IC or senior cook — looking for a stable, full-time daytime role in a busy café kitchen. You’ll work alongside our existing chef, sharing responsibility for service, preparation and the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
We serve breakfast, brunch and lunch, with a focus on well-prepared, consistent café food. This is a daytime role with no night shifts or split shifts.
The Role
You’ll be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day kitchen operation, including:
<ul>
 <li>Preparing and cooking breakfast, brunch and lunch during service</li>
 <li>Running service confidently and efficiently</li>
 <li>Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and portioning</li>
 <li>Managing daily prep and keeping the kitchen organised for service</li>
 <li>Stock rotation and assisting with ordering and stock control</li>
 <li>Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene</li>
 <li>Working closely with our front-of-house team to deliver smooth service</li>
 <li>Contributing ideas for specials and new menu items</li>
</ul>
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
<ul>
 <li>Has solid experience as a cook or chef, ideally in a café or similar fast-paced kitchen</li>
 <li>Can work independently when required and collaboratively as part of a small kitchen team</li>
 <li>Is organised, reliable and takes pride in their work</li>
 <li>Understands the importance of consistency, preparation and a clean kitchen</li>
 <li>Can make good decisions and stay organised during a busy service</li>
 <li>Works well as part of a close-knit team</li>
 <li>Has flexible availability across weekdays and weekends</li>
</ul>
You don't need to have been a Head Chef. If you're an experienced cook, chef, senior cook or 2IC looking for a role with more responsibility and great daytime hours, we'd like to hear from you.
What We Offer
<ul>
 <li>Full-time, ongoing employment</li>
 <li>Daytime hours only</li>
 <li>No late nights or split shifts</li>
 <li>A small, straightforward café kitchen</li>
 <li>The opportunity to play an important role in a small, experienced kitchen team</li>
 <li>A supportive, professional working environment</li>
 <li>An established café in the heart of Piper Street, Kyneton</li>
</ul>
Work Rights
Applicants must already have Australian work rights that allow ongoing full-time employment.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
If you're an experienced cook or chef looking for a stable, long-term daytime role in a busy café, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
<ul>
 <li>If successful, how soon would you be able to start?</li>
 <li>What is your expected hourly rate or salary range for a full-time café cook / chef role?</li>
 <li>Do you currently have full Australian work rights that allow you to work full-time on an ongoing basis, without the need for employer sponsorship?</li>
</ul>
Work Authorisation:
<ul>
 <li>Australia (Required)</li>
</ul>
Work Location: In person

Cook / Café Chef – Daytime Hours
Twenty 9 Piper | Kyneton, VIC
Twenty 9 Piper is looking for an experienced Cook / Café Chef to join our team in a full-time or part time role.

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