Cook / Chef – Full Time | Training Provided

Chef Wong; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Job summary

Chef Wong Huntingdale is seeking a full-time Cook/Chef to join our busy kitchen in Melbourne. You will be trained across different kitchen areas and contribute to preparation, cooking and service.

We value reliability, a strong work ethic and the ability to work well in a fast-paced team. Training will cover our Cantonese recipes and kitchen systems. Position offers weekends and Employee discount benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen is required.
• Willing to learn our recipes, methods and kitchen systems.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and food for service.
• Steam, fry, stir-fry and bake.
• Cook and serve dishes according to Chef Wong recipes.
• Follow procedures and portioning.
• Maintain food quality and presentation.
• Keep work area clean and organised.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen and restaurant team.

Skills

Commercial kitchen

Reliable & punctual

Team player

Good communication

Weekend availability

Job description

Full-Time Cook / Chef – Chef Wong Huntingdale

Chef Wong is looking for a full-time Cook/Chef to join our friendly and growing team at our Huntingdale restaurant.

We specialise in handmade Cantonese dim sum and casual yum cha, and we're looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and enjoys being part of a busy kitchen team.

Experience in Cantonese cuisine or dim sum is NOT required.

We will provide training in our recipes, cooking methods and kitchen systems.

About the Role

This is a hands-on kitchen role where you'll be trained across different areas of the Chef Wong kitchen.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Preparing ingredients and food for service
• Steaming, frying, stir-frying and baking
• Cooking and serving dishes according to Chef Wong recipes
• Following our established cooking procedures and portioning
• Maintaining consistent food quality and presentation
• Keeping your work area clean and organised
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures
• Working together with the kitchen and restaurant team

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working in a commercial kitchen
• Is reliable and punctual
• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Is willing to learn our cooking methods and systems
• Can follow recipes and procedures consistently
• Works well as part of a team
• Has good communication skills
• Has flexible availability, including weekends

Asian or Cantonese cooking experience is an advantage, but not essential.

More importantly, we're looking for someone with a good attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Why Join Chef Wong?

Chef Wong is a growing Melbourne hospitality business with multiple locations and a dedicated production kitchen.

We're passionate about preserving traditional Cantonese food while building a modern, efficient hospitality business.

For the right person, this is an opportunity to:

• Join a stable and growing business
• Learn different areas of a commercial kitchen
• Receive training in our recipes and cooking methods
• Work with an experienced and supportive team
• Develop your skills and progress as the company grows

If you're reliable, enjoy working with food and want to become part of the Chef Wong team, we'd love to hear from you.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• Kitchen: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person