Chef (Chinese Cuisine)

dnata catering; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free onsite parking

Meals provided

Uniforms supplied

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development programs

Discounts at retailers

Novated leasing available

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

dnata catering in Sydney is seeking a full-time Chef (Chinese Cuisine) to join our inflight catering team. You will work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, preparing bulk hot and cold dishes according to menu specs and ensuring consistent quality throughout service.

You will apply advanced knife skills, maintain portion control, and uphold HACCP and safety standards. You will coordinate staff to meet production schedules and support administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ chef experience in Chinese cuisine.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Pass pre-employment checks and medical assessment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher).

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Prepare and cook bulk hot and cold dishes following menu specs.
• Use advanced knife skills and kitchen equipment efficiently, with portion control.
• Conduct quality checks and uphold food safety, HACCP policies.
• Coordinate catering staff to meet production schedules.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills for administrative tasks.

Skills

Chinese cuisine experience

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Start your journey with dnata catering & retail, where the sky is the limit.

About Us

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia’s leading inflight catering and retail partner. We support many of the world’s most recognised airlines, delivering award‑winning meals and exceptional service that create memorable inflight dining experiences for thousands of travelers each day.

A day in the life of aChef

Join our Sydney team as a full-time Chef (Chinse Cuisine) and play a key role in delivering an exceptional in-flight dining experience for some of the world’s leading 5-star airlines. Key responsibilities include:

• Working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Preparing and cooking a variety of bulk hot and cold dishes, following menu specifications and ensuring consistent quality.
• Using advanced knife skills and food preparation equipment efficiently, maintaining portion control and minimising waste.
• Conducting quality checks and upholding all food safety, safety, and hygiene policies, including HACCP.
• Coordinating catering staff and other team members to deliver to production schedules.
• Demonstrating basic computer skills for administrative tasks.

See our Chefs in action HERE

About You

• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, incl. National Police Check and medical assessment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or higher).
• 2+ years’ chef experience (Chinese Cuisine).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specifications.
• Availability to work shifts (including weekends and public holidays) and to stand for extended periods.
• Food hygiene and HACCP knowledge (desirable).
• 5 weeks annual leave and competitive pay rates.
• Free onsite parking, meals and uniforms.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
• Career development and progression supported by dedicated training.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing and wellbeing resources.

At dnata, we value an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

The Recruitment process

includes interviews, health checks, reference and criminal history checks, and verification of working rights. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.