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Cook (Canteen)

16/02/2026
09/03/2026
Casual
Kensington Campus
Operations,Other

Arc is the cool older sibling at UNSW. We pride ourselves on our obsession with student life because we know that the best part of going to uni is all the fun stuff you do outside the classroom. Our mission is to create the best student experience and we do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in person. Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of passionate people who believe in listening to students, working together and constantly being better. Plus there are plenty of employee perks like cake, volleyball, Arc Wellness and heaps more.

Job Description

The Cook is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the CANTEEN kitchen through the preparation and cooking of food in accordance with approved menus, standard recipes, and production plans. The role contributes to the delivery of consistent, nutritious, and affordable meals for students, in line with CANTEEN's commitment to food security and accessibility. The Cook is accountable for maintaining high standards of food quality, efficiency, and presentation while adhering to safe food handling practices and complying with all relevant Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Food Safety legislative requirements. The position operates within a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment and supports effective service delivery through teamwork, organisation, and attention to detail.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Strong 'can-do' attitude, co-operative and strong work ethics
  • 2+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen environment
  • Great knife skills and efficient with tasks
  • Must hold a NSW Food handlers' certificate
  • Knowledge of WHS and Safe Food Handling practices, as well as a willingness to complete WHS training and other training as required
  • Ability to follow direction and instruction accurately and efficiently and to work unsupervised
  • Experience in similar position with a high-volume catering, banqueting or large food operations
  • Passion for food and exceeding customer expectations
  • Certificate II+ in commercial cookery or similar – highly desirable
  • HACCP or similar experience is highly regarded
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