Cook

PANDA CAPITAL PTY LTD; Perth; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount on food and beverages

Job summary

China Panda Bar & Kitchen in East Perth is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work across our kitchen sections, including dim sum, wok mains and Cantonese-style roast meats, with focus on high-heat cooking and quality plating.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and at least 2 years in a busy kitchen; Chinese cuisine experience is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience with Chinese cuisine, dim sum or wok cooking is highly regarded.
• Strong wok and high-heat cooking skills.
• Current Food Handler / Food Safety certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes across the full menu, including handmade dim sum, wok mains, soups, congee, noodles and rice.
• Prepare Cantonese-style roast meats to standard, including BBQ pork, roast duck and crispy pork.
• Steam, deep-fry, wok-toss and roast using high-heat techniques and plate to presentation standards.
• Season food during cooking and finish dishes with correct sauces and garnishes.
• Complete mise en place and ingredient preparation before each service.
• Manage an allocated kitchen section during service and maintain workflow during busy periods.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and ensure correct stock rotation and storage.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards at all times.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use equipment correctly.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

This is a full-time, permanent position working 38 hours per week. You will work across our kitchen sections alongside our Head Chef - including dim sum, wok, fryer, roast meats and plating - with the opportunity to grow with the business. Evening and weekend work is required.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and cook dishes across our full menu, including handmade dim sum, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodle and rice dishes

Prepare Cantonese-style roast meats to our standard, including BBQ pork, roast duck, crispy roast pork and crispy skin chicken

Steam, deep-fry, wok-toss and roast using high-heat techniques, and plate to our recipe and presentation standards

Season food during cooking and finish dishes with the correct sauces and garnishes

Complete mise en place and ingredient preparation before each service

Manage an allocated kitchen section during service and maintain workflow during busy periods

Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and ensure correct stock rotation and storage

Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards at all times, including correct handling of raw and cooked foods

Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use equipment correctly

About you

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification or relevant commercial cooking experience

At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen

Experience with Chinese cuisine, dim sum or wok cooking is highly regarded

Strong wok and high-heat cooking skills, with confidence in steaming, deep-frying and roasting

Current Food Handler / Food Safety certificate, or willingness to obtain one

Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service

Good communication skills in English

Reliable, punctual and a strong team player

Staff discount on food and beverages

Close to public transport

Training and career development opportunities

About us

China Panda Bar & Kitchen is a modern Chinese restaurant and bar in East Perth. Our menu covers handmade dim sum, Cantonese-style roast meats, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodles, rice dishes and sides, served alongside a full bar. We prepare fresh food from scratch and are now looking for a skilled Cook to join our kitchen on a full-time, permanent basis.