Cook
Core
Prepare and cook menu items, specifically Italian cuisine and pizza, to consistent quality standards for a family-owned restaurant.
Role type
Cook (Italian/Pizza)
Builds
Pizza, pasta, and other Italian menu items for dine-in customers
Domain
Restaurant / Italian Cuisine
Required skills
Food preparation, safe food handling, kitchen hygiene, oven operation, mise en place, stock rotation, food safety compliance
Preferred skills
Italian cuisine experience, pizza preparation experience
Responsibilities
Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes; Prepare pizza dough, sauces, and toppings; Complete mise en place and organise workstations; Operate ovens and kitchen equipment; Check freshness and quality of ingredients; Maintain consistent portion sizes and presentation; Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff; Assist with receiving deliveries and storing ingredients; Monitor ingredient use to minimise waste; Maintain clean and organised food preparation areas; Follow food safety and workplace health and safety procedures; Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.