Airport Lounge Chef — Fresh, Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

Vertali APAC Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Comprehensive training program

Job summary

dnata Airport Services, operating the marhaba Lounge at Melbourne Airport, is hiring a Chef for a full-time role with a rotating 7-day roster and shifts from 3:00am to 1:00am in a fast-paced airport environment.

Prepare and cook meals, set up stations, manage ingredients and stock, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. Entry-level candidates with 1+ year cooking experience and strong customer-service skills are welcome.

Qualifications

• Entry level with 1+ year experience as a cook/chef.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling…).
• RSA Certificate and security check required for ASIC Pass.
• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with unrestricted work rights in Australia.
• Strong written communication and customer service skills.
• Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals at the lounge.
• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Cook food using various utensils or grillers.
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before serving.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly kitchen.
• Ensure storage of food and items.
• Check quality of ingredients.
• Monitor stock and place orders when shortages occur.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety

Customer service

Food presentation

Flexible attitude

Grooming

RSA Certificate

ASIC Pass eligibility

Education

Food safety certificate

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

dnata Airport Services, operating the marhaba Lounge at Melbourne Airport, is hiring a Chef for a full-time role with a rotating 7-day roster and shifts from 3:00am to 1:00am in a fast-paced airport environment.

Prepare and cook meals, set up stations, manage ingredients and stock, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. Entry-level candidates with 1+ year cooking experience and strong customer-service skills are welcome.