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Cook
- 494634
- Sunshine Coast, QLD
- Restaurants & Bars
- Permanent Full Time
- Closing on: Oct 30 2026
About us
Don’t just function, flourish. With EVT Connect Hospitality. The EVT Connect Hospitality team can be relied on for best-in-class insights into how to drive performance for the brand; from local talent development and operations, to driving market leading revenue strategies for third-party loyalty programs, distribution and brand standards.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and motivated Cook to join our Food & Beverage team at Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast.
Reporting to the Duty Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the kitchen operation by maintaining high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, hygiene, stock control and food safety. You'll work collaboratively across departments to help deliver exceptional guest experiences while ensuring compliance with IHG standards, policies and procedures and all relevant health and safety regulations.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor and control stock levels and assist with stock ordering.
- Minimise wastage through effective stock control and service standards.
- Assist with checking, receiving and storing goods in designated areas.
- Support recycling initiatives and sustainability practices.
- Follow departmental SOPs to reduce breakages and wastage.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through effective communication and collaboration.
- Participate in required training and development activities.
- Maintain professional presentation, grooming and punctuality standards.
- Build positive working relationships across the hotel.
- Assist with food preparation and general kitchen duties as required.
- Maintain clean and organised workspaces, including team dining areas.
- Participate in daily briefings, shift handovers and operational meetings.
- Ensure a constant supply of clean equipment and utensils for all outlets.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across all food and beverage areas.
- Clean, maintain and monitor dishwashing equipment.
- Comply with food handling, cleaning and sanitation procedures.
- Uphold personal grooming and presentation standards at all times.
Qualifications & experience
- Professional and personable with a positive, "can-do" attitude.
- Previous experience in a hospitality, food and beverage or kitchen environment.
- Strong team-working and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm, organised and effective under pressure.
- Passion for delivering high-quality guest experiences.
- Customer service experience highly regarded.
- Experience working collaboratively within a team environment.
- Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality, Hotel Management or related field preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration, Business Administration or equivalent welcomed.
- Year 12 High School Certificate considered.
- Must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Benefits
- Make your mark in a Global Company at a time of growth.
- Endless Career Development opportunities.
- Access to Industry Accommodation and Dining discounts from day 1.
We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.