Chef

WLH Trading Pty ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WLH Trading Pty ltd in Melbourne seeks a kitchen leader with proven Asian cuisine experience, especially dumplings and wok techniques. The role requires hands-on supervision, staff leadership under pressure, and a strong focus on food safety and cost control.

You will drive menu development, ensure consistent quality, and collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Asian cuisines, particularly dumpling making and wok cooking.
• Strong skills in menu and recipe development, budgeting, and implementation.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on management style with the ability to lead kitchen staff effectively.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional standards.
• Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety procedures.
• Positive, can-do attitude and proactive problem-solving.

Skills

Dumpling making

Wok cooking

Menu development

Budgeting

High-pressure environment

Kitchen leadership

Teamwork

Hands-on management

Food safety HACCP

Problem-solving

Job description

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and experience:

• Proven experience in Asian cuisines, particularly dumpling making, and wok cooking


• Strong skills in menu and recipe development, budgeting, and implementation


• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, challenging environment


• A hands-on management style with the ability to lead and direct kitchen staff effectively


• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills


• Ability to work with minimal supervision


• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional standards


• Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety procedures


• Positive, can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving