Cook/ Chef

Vietnam Pho Pho; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Visa holders welcome

Job summary

Vietnam Pho Pho in Queensland is seeking two experienced chef/cooks for a permanent, full-time role in a contemporary kitchen. You will work in a fast-paced environment, producing authentic Vietnamese dishes with regional ingredients.

Applicants must have at least two years of experience in Asian food and hold a commercial cookery qualification III or IV. You will thrive in a team, maintain safety, and may train junior staff; sponsorship and visa holders are welcome.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in Asian food and cuisine.
• Commercial cookery qualification III or IV.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain a positive attitude; long-term commitment encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality
• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• Preparing and cooking food
• Seasoning food during cooking
• Portioning food, plating, and garnishes
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities
• Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
• May plan menus and estimate food requirements
• May train other kitchen staff and apprentices

Education

Commercial cookery qualification III or IV

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Vietnam Pho Pho restaurant is looking for two (2) experienced chef/cook who wants to work in a contemporary kitchen which incorporate both high volume and quality. It's essential that you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are able to work quickly, whilst taking pride in making authentic, wholesome dishes. The food has a contemporary Vietnamese influence with an emphasis on regional ingredients and produce form our region.

The restaurant has earned a great reputation with both locals and visitors. You must possess at least two-year experience in Asian food and cuisine; as well as qualification III or IV in commercial cookery. Applicants must be able to work well in a team and have a great attitude towards the work.

Tasks including:

• examining foodstuffs to ensure quality
• regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• preparing and cooking food
• seasoning food during cooking
• portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
• storing food in temperature controlled facilities
• preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
• may plan menus and estimate food requirements
• may train other kitchen staff and apprentices

You will have an ability to work under pressure, have an eye for detail, maintain a safe & hygienic work environment and essentially, take pride in your work. Long term commitment required, only successful applicants will be contacted. Sponsorship available. Local and Visa holders welcome to apply. Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per annum.