Head Chef - Vietnamese & Asian Cuisine Lead

PNJ CORPORATION PTY LTD; Burpengary; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WOW BANH MI is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in preparing Vietnamese and Asian dishes, maintaining quality and coordinating service. The role combines hands-on cooking with menu development, staff supervision, and cost control.

You will work 38 hours per week, including weekends and public holidays, and oversee procurement, stock management, and compliance with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management.
• Minimum one to two years of relevant experience as a Chef or in a senior kitchen role.
• Strong skills in menu planning, food costing, stock control, food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation.
• Experience leading, training, and supervising Cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Good leadership, communication, organisation, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
• Plan and develop Vietnamese and Asian menu items with management based on demand and costs.
• Establish and maintain standard recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Estimate food and labour requirements and coordinate staffing.
• Manage purchasing, stock levels, supplier orders, and inventory control.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, allergen management and compliance throughout kitchen operations.
• Train, supervise, and support cooks and kitchen staff in techniques, portion control, and equipment use.

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management

Experience supervising kitchen staff

Menu planning and food costing

Stock control and waste management

Food safety and HACCP knowledge

Leadership and team management

Job description

WOW BANH MI is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in preparing Vietnamese and Asian dishes, maintaining quality and coordinating service. The role combines hands-on cooking with menu development, staff supervision, and cost control.

You will work 38 hours per week, including weekends and public holidays, and oversee procurement, stock management, and compliance with food safety standards.