Group
Occupation

322331 Cook

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

322331 Cook

Prepares, seasons, and cooks food in a dining or catering establishment.

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Plans and prepares menus for dining or catering enterprises
  • Inspects and selects ingredients for cooking
  • Measures, cleans, chops, blends, seasons, heats, and cools food
  • Monitors food cooking processes to ensure proper cooking and presentation
  • Coordinates, supervises, and collaborates with kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking
  • Cleans and maintains kitchen equipment and utensils
  • Monitors and maintains inventory of food supplies and equipment
  • Assists in the development of new recipes and menu items
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