Chef

Global Vision Recruitment; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Super

38h per week

Job summary

Lilymu, a contemporary Asian-inspired restaurant in Parramatta, is hiring a Chef to lead a fast-paced kitchen and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will manage day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality food, presentation, and consistency while controlling costs and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–5 years’ experience as a Chef.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary arts and Asian cuisine techniques.
• Strong focus on sanitation and quality control.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment.
• Passion and pride for delivering exceptional food.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the kitchen by coordinating activities with other staff.
• Ensure that cooking, meal preparation and presentation meet customer needs and quality standards.
• Lead the culinary team in developing and executing a diverse and enticing menu.
• Infuse creativity and flair into dishes and keep the menu fresh.
• Manage and inspire the kitchen brigade and foster a collaborative environment.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and maintain high standards of food quality.
• Ensure portions and presentation meet company standards.
• Implement quality control for food safety and hygiene; check freshness and discard outdated items.
• Conduct menu tastings to identify improvements.
• Work with management to control food costs and stock; place orders.
• Source high-quality ingredients while maintaining cost-effective practices.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff; develop skills and teamwork.
• Stay updated on industry trends and share knowledge.

Skills

Chef experience

Asian cuisine

Leadership

Staff training

Food safety

Menu development

Education

Cert IV Kitchen Mgmt

Job description

Global Vision Recruitment on behalf of West Capital Holdings Pty Ltd t/a Lilymu
Date Posted: September 02, 2026
ABN: 76 639 834 594
Position: Chef
Salary: $80,000 to $85,000 plus 12% Super
Hours: 38 hours per week (full-time)
Location: 3 Parramatta Square, T3.02 - 3.03/153 Macquarie St, Parramatta NSW 2150
Experience required: Minimum 1 to 5 years’ experience as a Chef.
Lilymu is a contemporary Asian-inspired restaurant located in the heart of Parramatta Square. Our team is committed to excellence by delivering high-quality dishes, exceptional presentation, and an outstanding dining experience. We are looking for 2 professional CHEF's to join our fast-paced kitchen. This is a challenging role where you will be required to be hands-on, calm under pressure, and lead from the front.

The ideal candidate will be expected to perform the following duties including but not limited to:

• Ensure smooth running of the kitchen by coordinating activities with other staff.
• Ensure that cooking, meal preparation and presentation (including special dietary requirements) meet customer needs and are performed in accordance with quality assurance standards, hygiene and cleanliness regulations.
• Lead the culinary team in developing and executing a diverse and enticing menu that enhances the customers’ dining experience.
• Infuse creativity and flair into dishes, showcasing culinary expertise and keeping the menu fresh and exciting.
• Manage and inspire the kitchen brigade, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure food portions and presentation meet company standards.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items.
• Conduct menu tastings and evaluations to identify areas for improvement and refinement.
• Work closely with management to control food costs, optimise kitchen efficiency, monitor food stock and place orders.
• Source high-quality ingredients while maintaining cost-effective practices.
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to enhance skills and maintain a cohesive team.
• Stay updated on industry trends and share knowledge with the team.
• Proficiency in Rostering and recruiting kitchen staff.
• Achieve KPI’s set by management

Skills

• Minimum 1-5 years’ experience as a Chef.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary arts and Asian cuisine techniques.
• Strong focus on sanitation and quality control.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment.
• Passion and pride for delivering exceptional food.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or relevant qualifications