Cook

Business Name: Fitz Café ( H & S Food PTY LTD)

Business Address: 84–86 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650, Australia

Employment Type: Full-time Permanent

About the Business

Fitz Café is a café in Wagga Wagga operating from Fitzmaurice Street and offering breakfast and lunch service, with dine-in and takeaway trade. Public listings describe the café as serving all-day breakfast, café meals, coffee, and options including vegan and gluten-free meals.

Position Overview

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food items in accordance with established recipes, portion standards, and service requirements. The role supports day-to-day kitchen operations by ensuring meals are prepared efficiently, safely, and consistently during breakfast and lunch service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, portion sizes, and daily service requirements.
2. Undertake food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, and portioning ingredients.
3. Prepare and cook café-style breakfast and lunch items using kitchen equipment and cooking methods appropriate to the menu.
4. Check food during preparation and cooking to ensure quality, consistency, and proper doneness.
5. Plate and present meals to the required standard before service.
6. Store food safely and appropriately in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements.
7. Monitor stock on hand in kitchen work areas and advise when ingredients require replenishment.
8. Receive, unpack, and store kitchen supplies and perishable stock in the correct storage areas.
9. Maintain cleanliness of food preparation areas, cooking equipment, utensils, and kitchen surfaces.
10. Follow workplace health, safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures at all times.
11. Work cooperatively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure meals are prepared and served on time during busy periods.

What We Are Looking For

1. Experience working in a commercial kitchen or café environment.
2. Ability to prepare and cook food efficiently in a fast-paced service setting.
3. Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
4. Ability to follow recipes, portion controls, and instructions consistently.
5. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
6. Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.

Minimum Requirements

1. Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification,
2. or
3. At least 1–2 years of relevant work experience in a similar Cook position.
4. Knowledge of food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety procedures.
5. Ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and public holidays.