Commis Chef

CHENQUAD PTY LTD; Kyneton; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Fook Shing in Kyneton, Victoria, is seeking a Commis Chef to join a contemporary Southeast Asian restaurant and bar. You will work with our kitchen brigade to deliver high-quality dishes and maintain food safety and hygiene.

We welcome someone with a passion for food, some kitchen experience or recent cookery training, and a desire to learn new techniques. The role covers lunch, dinner, and weekend shifts, with a salary of AUD 75,000 to 83,000 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for food and cooking.
• Commercial kitchen experience or recent cookery graduate.
• Eager to learn new techniques, flavours and cuisines.
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised and takes pride in work.
• Available for lunch, evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to established recipes and standards.
• Assist with mise en place, food preparation and service.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workstation.
• Support the team during busy lunch and dinner services.
• Follow food safety procedures and minimise food waste.
• Contribute ideas and show willingness to learn and improve.

Skills

Passion for food

Kitchen experience

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

Cookery qualification

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Commis Chef Fook Shing | Kyneton, Macedon Ranges, VIC Bring your passion for food to Fook Shing. Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Commis Chef looking to develop your skills in a dynamic, quality-driven kitchen? Fook Shing is a contemporary Southeast Asian restaurant and bar in the heart of Kyneton, bringing bold flavours, vibrant dishes and warm hospitality together in a unique regional setting.

About the role

Working as part of our kitchen brigade, you will help deliver consistently high-quality dishes across our menu while maintaining excellent food safety, cleanliness and kitchen standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking dishes to our established recipes and standards.
• Assisting with mise en place, food preparation and service.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic workstation.
• Supporting the team during busy lunch and dinner services.
• Following food safety procedures and minimising food waste.
• Contributing ideas and showing a willingness to learn and improve.

About you

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for food and cooking.
• Has some commercial kitchen experience or is a recent cookery graduate.
• Is keen to learn new techniques, flavours and cuisines.
• Works well under pressure and enjoys being part of a team.
• Takes direction positively and demonstrates initiative.
• Is reliable, organised and takes pride in their work.
• Is available to work a combination of lunch, evening and weekend shifts.

Why join Fook Shing?

• Work in an established and distinctive restaurant in beautiful regional Victoria.
• Develop your skills in a kitchen showcasing exciting Southeast Asian flavours.
• Learn from an experienced kitchen team and contribute to an evolving menu.
• Join a supportive team that values quality, teamwork and a positive workplace.
• Opportunity to develop your culinary skills and progress your career.

Employment

Employment: Full-time Location: Fook Shing, Piper Street, Kyneton, Victoria. Salary: AUD 75,000.00- 83,000.00 plus superannuation

Ready to join the team? If you love cooking, want to keep learning and are ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we’d love to hear from you.