Estate Cook

Primary Purpose of the Role:
To plan, prepare, and cook daily meals for the estate, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.

• Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed.
• Applicants must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Applicants must provide a CV.
  
• At least 2 years relevant experience is required OR relevant tertiary education
• Employee housing is available on-site. Accommodation may be shared or private, depending on availability at the time of successful placement. No pets allowed.
• Drive-in applicants must be able to demonstrate they can reliably meet the requirements of the roster; candidates residing outside a reasonable commuting distance who are unwilling to relocate may be considered unsuitable for these operational reasons.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals for the estate according to dietary requirements and preferences.
• Cook and present dishes to a high standard, ensuring consistency, flavour, and quality.
• Manage food preparation tasks, including chopping, marinating, portioning, and organising ingredients.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene by cleaning work surfaces, utensils, and equipment as part of standard food-safety practice.
• Monitor stock levels and advise on purchasing ingredients and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with food-safety regulations, including safe storage, temperature control, and cleanliness.
• Organise the kitchen to ensure efficient workflow and safe food handling.
• Assist with menu planning and meal scheduling for the household.