Posted 9d ago

Experienced Cook Wanted – Join Mama Taco in West End!

Samir Investments Pty. Ltd. West End QLD 4101

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$75,000 - $85,000

Key points we found

  • Join a vibrant Mexican restaurant in West End, Brisbane.
  • Prepare and cook a variety of Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner service.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Mama Taco is a vibrant and welcoming Mexican restaurant located in West End, Brisbane. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, we are passionate about delivering authentic Mexican flavours and exceptional dining experiences. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum two years of experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.

• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.

• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Professional, organised, and reliable approach to food preparation.

• Understanding of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy considerations.

• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, split shifts, and public holidays.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing and cooking a variety of Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner service.

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality and freshness.

• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment.

• Seasoning and preparing food in accordance with recipes and quality standards.

• Portioning and presenting dishes to maintain consistency and customer satisfaction.

• Preparing meals to meet special dietary requirements where required.

• Assisting with stock rotation, storage, and maintaining temperature-controlled food preservation.

• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.

• Working collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods.

• Ensuring compliance with food safety and workplace health and safety regulations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary of $75,000 – $85,000 plus superannuation (depending on experience).

• Paid annual leave and other entitlements.

• Staff meals and employee discounts.

• Supportive and friendly team environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are passionate about cooking and want to be part of a busy and exciting Mexican restaurant, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and relevant qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000 – $85,000 per year plus superannuation

Benefits:

• Employee discount

• Free meals

• Paid annual leave

• Supportive team culture

• Career development opportunities

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Skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Cooking Mexican Dishes
Dietary Requirements Knowledge (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Allergies)
Flexibility to Work Weekends and Evenings
Food Portioning and Presentation
Food preparation
Food Quality Control
Food Safety
Hygiene
Recipe Adherence
Reliability and Organisation
Teamwork
Temperature regulation of cooking equipment
Workplace Health and Safety

Licenses & certifications
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Certificate IV in commercial cookery

Perks & benefits
Career development opportunities
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT
Free meals
Paid Annual Leave
Supportive team culture

More details
Expiring date
10 Jul 2026
Date posted
10 Jun 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
Company size
11 to 50

Samir Investments Pty. Ltd.

Privately held company
11 to 50
Company size
Pay insights
Market average based on all Cook jobs in Brisbane QLD
Above avg. range
$75k - $85k
Market average
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$85k
This job pays above average

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