Casual Cook

Role summary

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The Casual Cook prepares and presents meals to hotel and restaurant standards while following recipes, portion controls and food-safety procedures. Applicants should have commercial kitchen experience, sound knowledge of Australian food hygiene requirements, good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. A relevant cookery qualification or experience in a similar role is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a clean and organised kitchen, support the wider kitchen team, minimise waste and consistently deliver quality food. Flexibility is essential, including availability for weekends, evenings and public holidays. Reliability, teamwork, a positive attitude and the ability to work under pressure are highly valued.

About the employer

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel is an apartment-style hotel located in Melbourne’s central business district, close to restaurants, shopping, attractions and public transport. The property offers serviced apartments and hotel facilities for business and leisure travellers, including dining and event-related services. It operates under Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, part of Minor Hotels, an international hospitality group with properties across Australia, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and other markets. Minor Hotels manages a broad portfolio of accommodation, food and beverage, and resort brands. Employees generally work in a customer-focused environment where service quality, teamwork, safety and operational efficiency are important. A casual cook at the Melbourne property may support day-to-day food preparation and service across hotel outlets, functions or room-service operations, depending on business demand.