POSITION SUMARY
- We are looking for an experienced, reliable and motivated Cook to join our client's kitchen team.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking food according to established recipes, quality standards and food safety procedures, while ensuring an efficient and well-organized kitchen operation.
- The ideal candidate should have good cooking skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Core Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and menu specifications.
- Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, peeling and portioning.
- Ensure food is prepared and presented according to quality standards.
- Monitor cooking times, temperatures and portion sizes.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation.
- Organize and maintain the assigned kitchen station.
- Ensure ingredients and kitchen supplies are available when required.
- Store food products correctly and according to food safety procedures.
- Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
- Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Follow food hygiene, HACCP, health and safety procedures.
- Minimize food waste and use ingredients efficiently.
- Work closely with chefs, kitchen helpers and other members of the kitchen team.
- Perform other duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Requirement
- Previous professional experience as a Cook or in a similar kitchen position.
- Good knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
- Good organizational skills.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Commitment to quality and food safety.
- Valid right to work in the relevant country.
Technical Requirements
- Good knowledge of cooking methods and kitchen techniques.
- Ability to use professional kitchen equipment.
- Knowledge of HACCP principles.
- Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling.
- Ability to manage food preparation and cooking times.
- Food Hygiene / HACCP certification is an advantage.
Experience Level
☒1–2 years' experience
☒ 3–5 years' experience
General Competencies
- Responsibility and reliability
- Teamwork
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Organization skills
- Time management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Professional attitude
- Commitment to quality
TTechnical / Professional Competencies
- Food preparation and cooking
- Knowledge of cooking techniques
- Food hygiene and safety
- HACCP knowledge
- Portion control
- Kitchen organization
- Safe use of professional kitchen equipment
- Stock and ingredient management
Language Requirements
- Portuguese / English
- Level: Intermediate / Advanced
