Chinese Cuisine Chef - In-Flight Catering, Fast-Paced Kitchen

Dnata; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Free onsite parking

Meals provided

Uniforms supplied

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and progression

Retailer discounts

Job summary

dnata is seeking a full-time Chef (Chinese Cuisine) in Sydney to deliver high-quality inflight meals with a fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare bulk dishes, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with staff to meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of Chinese cuisine experience, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and be able to work weekends/public holidays in a kebab-free environment. Onsite facilities provided.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Chef experience (Chinese cuisine)

Attention to detail

Pre-employment checks readiness

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

dnata is seeking a full-time Chef (Chinese Cuisine) in Sydney to deliver high-quality inflight meals with a fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare bulk dishes, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with staff to meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of Chinese cuisine experience, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and be able to work weekends/public holidays in a kebab-free environment. Onsite facilities provided.