Cook wanted

The Nines Emporium is a popular café located in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. Established in 2015, we are known for our creative all-day breakfast and lunch menu, fresh ingredients, innovative flavours and beautifully presented dishes.

We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic and experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, consistency and presentation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a variety of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu standards.
• Prepare café-style meals, including egg dishes, sandwiches, burgers, pancakes, salads and other menu specialties.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistent quality, taste and presentation.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, portioning, marinating and seasoning food.
• Operate kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers and other commercial cooking appliances.
• Monitor cooking temperatures and times to ensure food is prepared safely and correctly.
• Ensure appropriate food storage, stock rotation and portion control to minimise wastage.
• Accommodate customer dietary requirements, including vegetarian and gluten-free meal options.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout food preparation, cooking and storage areas.
• Follow food safety regulations, workplace health and safety procedures and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Assist with stock management, ingredient preparation and maintaining adequate kitchen supplies.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals during busy service periods.

Qualifications and Experience

• AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Relevant commercial cooking experience in a café, restaurant or similar hospitality establishment.
• Experience preparing breakfast, brunch and lunch menus in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and food safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality.
• Good communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays as required.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment in an established Sunshine Coast café.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a creative and evolving café menu.
• Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience.
• Opportunity for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their updated resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications and cooking experience.