NEW Chef/ Cook - BYRON BAY

Costa Taco is on the hunt for a passionate and reliable Cook / Kitchen Team Member to join our crew. We serve authentic Mexican food with traditional flavours and are on a mission to create a new experience in Mexican hospitality, built on strong systems, clear procedures and consistent execution.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast paced kitchen, follows documented processes and takes pride in every plate.

Your Role

• You will be part of the kitchen team and responsible for executing our operational systems and procedures to a high standard. This includes:
• Completing daily opening and closing procedures using documented checklists and logs.
• Assisting with stocktake and prep list planning in line with established schedules and written procedures.
• Preparing food to Costa Taco standard recipes so service is fast, fresh and consistent every time.
• Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen throughout your shift, restocking service stations (grill, pass, bain marie) as per station checklists.
• Following and documenting all food safety systems, including temperature logs, sanitising routines and HACCP requirements.
• Monitoring and recording food wastage so we can review data and improve our systems over time.
• Supporting inventory and stock rotation procedures to minimise losses and protect product quality.
• Contributing to smooth lunch and dinner service operations by following the agreed workflows.
• Completing shift reports and documenting any variances from procedures, then communicating them clearly with the team.

What You Bring

• Strong attention to detail, speed, initiative and cleanliness.
• Passion for food and consistency in quality.
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Flexibility to work across lunch and dinner service.
• Ability and willingness to work within and comply with established systems, checklists workflows and documented procedures