Posted 15d ago

Cook

Streak Bay Tourist Centre Streaky Bay SA 5680

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$70,000 - $80,000

Key points we found

  • Join a fast-paced, customer-focused kitchen team.
  • Prepare and cook a variety of meals while ensuring food safety standards.
  • Supervise and support junior kitchen staff and apprentices.

Shell Roadhouse & Streaky Bay Tourist Centre

Shell Roadhouse & Streaky Bay Tourist Centre is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment in a beautiful coastal location.

Sponsorship opportunity available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Inspecting and selecting ingredients to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with food safety standards
  2. Operating and monitoring cooking equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, and stovetops to maintain consistent cooking conditions
  3. Preparing and cooking a variety of meals efficiently while maintaining high presentation standards
  4. Seasoning and flavouring dishes appropriately during preparation and cooking
  5. Portioning meals accurately and presenting them attractively with sauces, garnishes, and accompaniments
  6. Ensuring all food is stored correctly in temperature-controlled environments to maintain safety and quality
  7. Preparing meals to accommodate special dietary needs, including allergies and cultural requirements
  8. Assisting in menu planning, including suggesting new dishes and estimating food and ingredient requirements
  9. Monitoring stock levels, rotating inventory, and minimising food wastage
  10. Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen in line with hygiene and safety regulations
  11. Supervising, training, and supporting junior kitchen staff and apprentices
  12. Working collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods

Requirements:

  1. Relevant experience as a Cook or similar role
  2. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
  3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  4. Good communication and teamwork skills
  5. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000

What We Offer:

  1. Full-time stable employment
  2. Supportive team environment
  3. Sponsorship pathway for eligible candidates
  4. Opportunity to grow and develop your career

If you’re passionate about cooking and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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Skills
COOKING TECHNIQUES
flexibility in working hours
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD SAFETY
HYGIENE PRACTICES
Meal Presentation
MENU PLANNING
Stock monitoring
TEAMWORK

Perks & benefits
Opportunity to grow and develop your career
Sponsorship pathway for eligible candidates
Supportive team environment

More details
Expiring date
25 Apr 2026
Date posted
26 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, Bachelor's degree
Company size
51 to 200

Streak Bay Tourist Centre

51 to 200
Company size
Pay insights
Market average based on all Food Preparation & Cooking jobs in South Australia
Above avg. range
$70k - $80k
Market average
$56k
$43k - $47k
1 jobs
$47k - $51k
28 jobs
$51k - $55k
31 jobs
$55k - $58k
14 jobs
$58k - $62k
26 jobs
$62k - $66k
2 jobs
$66k - $70k
5 jobs
$56k
Market average
$43k
$80k
This job pays above average

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