Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is located on the Southern end of Gold Coast. We are the largest attraction within the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) portfolio and feature a vibrant and varied collection of Australian Wildlife and Non-Native Exotics located one block back from beautiful Currumbin beach. Our conservation and sustainability focus is a key part of who we are. Come and be part of our friendly team. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is currently seeking a hardworking and eager Cook to join our weekend kitchen team on a Casual basis. This role will suit someone who holds back of house, fast food & short order cooking experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a person with an enthusiastic attitude to join our small and friendly team. This role will range from assisting with the food prep and cooking for a cafe menu serving breakfast & lunch, preparing fast food, preparation of group catering for functions and events to baking of in-house goods such as pies, cakes, muffins and slices. If you have a positive and friendly approach to your work, safe knife skills, eye for detail, then please apply as soon as possible. Details about this Position: This is a casual position that requires the successful candidate to be available for weekend shifts including both Saturday and Sunday and occasionally across the remainder of the week.Award wage of $26.93 per hour with Sunday penalty rates applicable.Typical shifts will range from 6.30 am up to 4.00 pm across a 7-day rotating roster. There will be some later nights for functions and events as required.Performing food preparation and cooking for a cafe menu serving breakfast & lunch as well as baking of in-house goods.Preparing the necessary food items as directed in accordance with standards and in a timely and efficient fashion to ensure that there is no interruption to guest service.Adhering to standardised recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met.Keeping workstation clean and organised including fridge's/freezers, countertops, stove tops and when necessary assist with dish washingEnsuring that all food products are handled, stored, prepared and served safely in accordance with restaurant and government Food Safety and COVID-Safe plan guidelines.Preparation of group catering for functions and events in a fast-paced hospitality environmentAssisting with food safety responsibilities & ordering of stock.Pay and work conditions are under the Amusements, Events & Recreations Award 2020.Start date as soon as possible.Non-smokers are preferred. Selection Criteria:2 years’ experience working as a short order cook in a commercial kitchen will be highly regarded.Experience in food prep within a Fast Food environment is highly regarded.A genuine commitment to Food SafetyFlexible approach to work is essential.Must have transport and availability to work between the hours of 6.30 am to 4.00 pm, and for occasional later nights for functions/ events bookings.Full availability for weekend shifts, and Qld and NSW School Holiday periods is essential.Ability to show initiative & work in a manner that complies with all WHS, food safety and hygiene standards.You must be hardworking, friendly & cooperative: a ‘can-do’ attitude is a key part of the job.Will be self-directed with excellent time management and ability to work calmly under pressure.This role will require ability to lift up to 10 kg and require bending and twisting in a hot environment. AUD Currumbin 4223