Creative Chinese Cook: Wok & Plate Expert

sandro botticelli pty ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucky You Darling in Darlinghurst is seeking a skilled Cook to join our contemporary Chinese restaurant, focusing on regional and modern dishes. You will prepare, season and plate dishes to our presentation standards, working under the Head Chef in a fast-paced, à la carte service.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience, a hospitality cookery qualification, and a passion for food, teamwork and consistency across services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cook.
• Drive, personality, creative flair and a genuine love of food.
• Ability to maintain a continual high standard of food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a range of contemporary and regional Chinese dishes.
• Apply cooking techniques (wok, steaming, braising, stir-frying) to prepare dishes.
• Plate and garnish dishes to presentation standards and ensure consistency.
• Taste and adjust seasoning to maintain flavour profiles across service.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness and store food safely.
• Set up the cooking station with ingredients, utensils and equipment.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean workstation.
• Prepare and cook food to order during à la carte service and coordinate with front-of-house.
• Assist with stock rotation, portion control and inventory management.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and safety procedures at all times.
• Work with Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Report to Head Chef on kitchen operations and stock needs.

Education

Relevant hospitality/commercial cookery qualification preferable

Job description

Lucky You Darling in Darlinghurst is seeking a skilled Cook to join our contemporary Chinese restaurant, focusing on regional and modern dishes. You will prepare, season and plate dishes to our presentation standards, working under the Head Chef in a fast-paced, à la carte service.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience, a hospitality cookery qualification, and a passion for food, teamwork and consistency across services.