Group
Occupation
322331 Cook
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
322331 Cook
Prepares, seasons and cooks food in a dining or catering establishment.
Chefs, Fast Food Cooks and Kitchenhands are excluded from this occupation. Chefs are included in Occupation 321132 Chef. Fast Food Cooks are included in Occupation 851131 Fast Food Cook. Kitchenhands are included in Occupation 851231 Kitchenhand (General).
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- 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