Posted 21d ago

Cook

Wokitup Belconnen Belconnen ACT 2617

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$75,000 - $80,000

Key points we found

  • Prepare, season and cook food according to menu standards.
  • Monitor cooking times and ensure food quality and safety.
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Wokitup! Noodle Bar is a well-established Asian-style restaurant chain operating across the ACT and surrounding regions. We have restaurants located in Belconnen, Amaroo, Braddon, Conder, Erindale, Gungahlin, Phillip, Queanbeyan, Weston and Kippax.

Each restaurant accommodates approximately 15–20 dine-in customers and operates 7 days a week from 11:00am to 9:00pm. As our business continues to grow steadily, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Cook to join our friendly team at our Belconnen location.

Position Description – Cook

As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking food in accordance with our menu and quality standards.

Your duties will include:

  1. Preparing, seasoning and cooking menu items
  2. Monitoring cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is prepared to perfection
  3. Washing, peeling and cutting meat and vegetables ready for cooking
  4. Receiving and examining food supplies to ensure quality and quantity standards are met
  5. Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities and monitoring food quality and shelf life
  6. Assisting with menu design and developing new recipes
  7. Ensuring cooking equipment is maintained in a clean and reusable condition
  8. Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and an organized workspace
  9. Collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless dining experience
  10. Reporting to the manager regarding workflow, equipment, food safety and workplace safety matters

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you must have:

  1. An Australian qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or higher)
  2. At least 3 years of relevant industry experience in a similar role
  3. Experience managing food costs, budgets and stock levels
  4. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
  5. A genuine passion for food and hospitality
  6. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

If you are an experienced Cook looking to grow your career with a supportive and expanding restaurant group, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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Skills
COOKING
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD SAFETY
Food Storage
Hygiene Standards
kitchen maintenance
RECIPE DEVELOPMENT
seasoning
TEAMWORK
Work in fast-paced environment

Licenses & certifications
Certificate III in commercial cookery

More details
Expiring date
29 Apr 2026
Date posted
30 Mar 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Food Preparation & Cooking
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate
Company size
51 to 200

Wokitup Belconnen

51 to 200
Company size
Pay insights
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Above avg. range
$75k - $80k
Market average
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Market average
$50k
$80k
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