Company Description
Qantas Lounges and Sofitel Hotels & Resorts, the Luxury International brand for Accor Hotels, offers Lounge guests a new attitude for cosmopolitan business and leisure travelers visiting the Qantas International Lounges. The team consists of over 200 employees working in the Business and First Lounges. Our busy Lounge operation caters for Qantas's most valuable passengers every week.
What do we do?
Accor operates a selection of Qantas Lounges globally, bring our service passion and values to the aviation industry. Every day we connect with thousands of travelers as they adventure around Australia and the world. Qantas Lounges by Accor provides a relaxing start to a holiday, an efficient workspace between flights, and a welcoming pause on the way to anywhere. With a range of offerings from upscale to luxury, our Lounges receive rave reviews from both our customers and our team.
We are looking for a Full time and Part time - Cook to join our fast pace working environment to provide high quality customer service to our guests.

Job Description
A Cook is responsible for supporting the culinary team in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining the kitchen's cleanliness and organization. This role serves as a foundational position for individuals looking to start a career or progress in the culinary arts.
Key Responsibilities:
Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring. This may involve both cold and hot kitchen tasks.
Cooking: Execute basic cooking techniques and methods under the guidance of senior chefs. This can include grilling, frying, baking, sautéing, and more.
Recipe Execution: Follow established recipes and instructions for the preparation and presentation of dishes.
Assistance in Plating: Assist in the assembly and plating of dishes, ensuring they meet the established standards for portion size and presentation.
Cleanliness and Hygiene: Maintain a clean and organized work area. This includes proper storage of ingredients, cleaning utensils, and following hygiene and sanitation standards.
Inventory Control: Help monitor ingredient inventory levels and report shortages to the kitchen supervisor or chef.
Learning and Development: Continuously learn and improve culinary skills by seeking guidance from senior chefs, attending training sessions, and practicing cooking techniques.
Adherence to Safety Regulations: Follow kitchen safety rules and guidelines, including the safe use of kitchen equipment and handling of hot items.
The Cook role is a great entry point for those looking to build a career in the culinary arts and give you the knowledge and skills for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience with culinary education or relevant cooking experience is preferred but not always required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• MUST have full working rights within Australia
• Able to work a Full Time contract
• Ability to pass a federal police background security check

Additional Information
Employee Benefits for your hard work!

• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the working in the Aviation industry
• Excellent working conditions & fantastic career opportunities
• Discounted Stays at Accor Hotels Globally
• Great learning and development programs available
• Staff Meals
• Access to staff duty-free store

You will be engaged to work under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [MA000009]
Note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Federal Police check at their own cost (Will be reimbursed once approved) in order to gain ASIC certification.
If you would like to be a part of our team, please apply now.