Head Chef: High-Volume Asian Kitchen Leadership

Job Q; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff meals

Career progression

Skill growth

Diverse team

Job summary

PAPA ACT PTY LTD in Canberra is seeking a Chef to lead a high‑volume Papparich kitchen, focusing on authentic Malaysian cuisine in a fast‑paced environment. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in Asian commercial kitchen management and an Australian Commercial Cookery qualification; you will plan rosters, train staff, maintain health and safety standards, and deliver top‑quality food.

This full‑time position offers competitive pay, stable hours, staff meals, and clear career

Qualifications

• Australian qualification in Commercial Cookery with at least 3 years full‑time experience in a high‑volume Asian kitchen.
• Experience in fine dining kitchen operations and high standards of food quality.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and HACCP practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high‑volume kitchen and oversee daily operations.
• Plan rosters and supervise kitchen staff to meet service demands.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Recruit, train and develop new kitchen employees.
• Control food wastage and stock rotation; ensure quality, plating and timely service.
• Communicate clearly with managers, kitchen staff and venue teams.

Skills

Asian kitchen management

High volume kitchen

Staff training

Roster planning

Health & safety

Leadership

Communication

Menu standards

Education

Australian qualification in Commercial Cookery

Job description

PAPA ACT PTY LTD in Canberra is seeking a Chef to lead a high‑volume Papparich kitchen, focusing on authentic Malaysian cuisine in a fast‑paced environment. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in Asian commercial kitchen management and an Australian Commercial Cookery qualification; you will plan rosters, train staff, maintain health and safety standards, and deliver top‑quality food.

This full‑time position offers competitive pay, stable hours, staff meals, and clear career