Cook Conder

Coffee Guru Lanyon is a vibrant and community-focused café located in the heart of Lanyon, ACT. The café is recognised for delivering exceptional coffee, quality meals, and excellent customer service in a welcoming environment. Coffee Guru Lanyon offers a diverse menu including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and café-style dining using fresh and locally sourced ingredients.

The business continues to experience consistent customer demand and is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join the kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis.

About the Role The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a range of café meals while maintaining high food quality and kitchen hygiene standards. The role requires a reliable team player who can work efficiently in a quick-paced hospitality setting.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

● Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals in accordance with menu requirements

● Assisting with menu planning and estimating food and ingredient requirements

● Monitoring food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation

● Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, fryers, and other cooking equipment

● Portioning meals and adding garnishes, sauces, and seasonings

● Maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas

● Ensuring food is stored and handled in compliance with food safety regulations

● Assisting in preparing meals for customers with dietary requirements

● Working collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff

● Assisting with stock rotation and inventory control

● Training and supporting junior kitchen staff where required

Skills and Experience Required

● Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience as a Cook or similar role

● Relevant qualification such as Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher

● Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations

● Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy café environment

● Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

● Excellent teamwork and communication skills

● Versatile availability, including weekends and public holidays

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3py1fj