This is a Guzman Y Gomez Mount Barker Cook role with Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen based in Mount Barker, SA, AU Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen Role Seniority - junior More about the Guzman Y Gomez Mount Barker Cook role at Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen Company Description At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We’re Australia’s only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we celebrate Mexican culture in everything we do. Job Description Guzman Y Gomez is seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Cook to join our team at our Mount Barker, Australia location. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality Mexican cuisine in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining our commitment to food safety and customer satisfaction. You will work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food preparation that meets our quality standards and delights our customers. Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and plating standards Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workspace in compliance with food safety regulations Manage multiple cooking stations and coordinate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency with company standards Receive and respond to orders from the service team in a timely manner Properly store and handle food ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness Assist with inventory management and communicate supply needs to management Follow all health and safety protocols and company procedures Collaborate with kitchen team members to support smooth service during peak hours Contribute to a positive and respectful kitchen environment Qualifications Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen role, preferably in a casual dining or fast-casual restaurant environment Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene standards Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen setting Excellent time management and organizational skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with kitchen staff Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Preferred experience with Mexican cuisine or Latin American cooking styles Preferred knowledge of point-of-sale (POS) systems and kitchen management software Additional Information Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ️ Preparing menu items Maintaining kitchen cleanliness Coordinating kitchen operations Key Strengths Food preparation techniques Food safety standards ⏰ Time management Mexican cuisine POS systems Teamwork A Final Note: This is a role with Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen not with Hatch.
