Cook/Chef

Restaurant Santino

Date Posted: July 28, 2026
Position: Cook / Chef
Salary: $79,000 – $90,000.00 per year plus superannuation
Hours: 38 hours per week
Mode: Full time / Permanent
Location: Wollongong NSW

Restaurant Santino (Kidd & Co) in Wollongong NSW, is seeking an experienced, dedicated and qualified full-time Cook and Chef to join their kitchen leadership team.

They are looking for a professional line cook, chef & pizza maker to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for the menu. Line cook and chef duties will consist of assisting the Pizza Chef, Sous Chef and Head Chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and growth in the future.

Responsibilities Cook:

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the pizza & kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow Pizza & Head Chefs instructions
• Preparing fresh pizza, pasta and bread daily
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customer
  

Responsibilities Chef:

• Supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen leadership and service
• Leading services with confidence and composure
• Producing high-quality dishes with a strong focus on fresh pasta, italian classics and seasonal produce
• Training, mentoring and supporting junior kitchen staff
• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation standards
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and WHS standards
• Contributing to menu development and continuous improvement

Requirements:

• Proven cooking experience in Italian cookery & pizza making including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
  Strong leadership and communication skills
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure

A remuneration package between $79,000 – $90,000.00 per year plus superannuation will be negotiated depending on skills and experience.