Early Morning Cook

5 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Luccon's Local Grocer Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Cook to join our high-performing team at IGA Local Grocer Bowden.

This is a Level 3 Cook position under the General Retail Industry Award (GRIA) and is classified as shift work. The required shift runs from 4:45am to 8:30am, weekdays.

You will be responsible for the daily preparation of a range of fresh food items for our growing café offer, which is served through our busy checkout area. You'll be working independently during these early hours to ensure the café range is ready for opening trade.

You will prepare:

  • Fresh baguettes, sandwiches, wraps, and salads
  • Cold rolls and sushi (desirable but not essential)
  • Other grab-and-go café items that are consistent with our brand and offer

We're also looking for someone who enjoys contributing new ideas to expand and improve our menu offering.

Key Responsibilities
  • Preparing a consistent range of fresh food items daily
  • Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene practices
  • Keeping the production area clean, organised, and efficient
  • Working autonomously and taking ownership of the café prep space
  • Suggesting and trialling new menu items
About You

You are an experienced Cook with strong food preparation skills and the ability to work independently in the early morning hours. You enjoy the pace and consistency of routine prep work but also bring creativity and initiative to your role.

You'll bring:

  • Previous experience in a café, kitchen, or food prep environment
  • A strong understanding of food safety standards
  • Ability to manage your own time and workload
  • A proactive and reliable attitude
  • Desirable: Experience preparing cold rolls or sushi

Please note: This is a shift work role. The required shift is 4:45am to 8:30am on weekdays and availability for these hours is essential.

Why Work With Us?

IGA Local Grocer Bowden is a family-owned supermarket located just 10 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Since taking over the store, we have increased sales and significantly grown our café and fresh food offering.

What we offer:

  • A supportive, professional team culture
  • Consistent, early shifts that leave the rest of your day free
  • A clean, well-organised production space with clear systems
  • Opportunities to contribute ideas and help grow the café offer
Apply Now

If you're a skilled and motivated Cook looking for consistent early morning hours in a dynamic and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of our café offer at IGA Bowden.

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