Cook - Black Bar & Grill

For two decades, The Star Sydney has been a local landmark, deeply ingrained in Pyrmont and Darling Harbour. Committed to our communities, we strive to create fun in trusted destinations as Australia's premier entertainment hub. The Darling, and state-of-the-art venues including The Star Event Centre and The Lyric Theatre have hosted prestigious events and international acts. With extraordinary dining options, including Sokyo, BLACK Bar and Grill, Cucino Porto and our vibrant Sports Bar where the action is live and loud, we are dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment, hospitality, and dining experiences for all. 

The Cook reports directly to the Restaurant Executive Chef and offers an energetic, hands-on approach to creating an exciting, fresh environment focused on safety, flawless product execution, and culinary excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to commit to the highest standards of product quality and service, creating unforgettable dining experiences that leave a lasting impression on every guest.

A few of your responsibilities  

• Assist with fundamental cooking and food preparation tasks
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations, including benchtops, chillers, freezers, and dry storage areas, while adhering to FIFO and ingredient labelling standards
• Complete all duties in line with company and statutory hygiene requirements
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with a commitment to quality

What we will be looking for

• Proficiency with diverse food preparation techniques and cooking equipment
• 2-3 years of experience in food preparation, preferably in a café or high-volume setting, with strong communication skills and understanding of relevant liquor laws
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays

About You

You are a versatile and adaptable cook with a strong foundation in food preparation, able to seamlessly transition between different kitchen environments. With 2-3 years of experience in high-volume settings, you thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining a keen eye for detail and quality. Your exceptional communication skills enable you to collaborate effectively with customers, co-workers, and management. You bring a proactive, positive attitude to every task and are committed to consistently delivering high standards. Additionally, you are flexible and ready to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

What we can offer you:

• Supportive Management team
• Permanent Full-Time role with permanent benefits including annual leave
• Onboarding and training in your department, with ample support from senior leaders
• Up to 30% Discounts across award-winning restaurants and accommodation
• Mental Health and Wellbeing services
• Diversity & Inclusion areas of focus include Multicultural, Gender, Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander and LGBTQI+
• FREE buffet meal, sandwich and salad bar with a new menu every day at our Employee Dining Room
• Discounted staff parking available every day 
• Uniforms prepared and ready for you daily on the property

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

Our Culture

At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We believe in authenticity that embodies our Company values = Build Memorable Connections, Own It, Lead with Integrity, and Take Good Care. 

We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process.  We offer a range of flexible working options for team members to find a balance between work and life that’s right for them and their unique well-being needs.  

The Star was awarded WGEA Employer of Citation for Gender Equality (2022-24) and has been recognised as a 2024 GOLD Employer by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace. 

It's your time to SHINE! 

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