Seasoned Thai Chef in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Thai Union Group; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meal

Supportive kitchen team

Job summary

Zaab Zaab has been serving authentic Thai food since 2015. We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our busy restaurant in Traralgon, Victoria. You will prepare and present high-quality Thai dishes in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, adhering to our standards, recipes and safety practices.

You will work under pressure to maintain consistent quality, assist with menu development, monitor costs, and train junior staff while ensuring timely service for bookings and events.

Qualifications

• A relevant Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 1 year of full-time work experience as a Chef, preferably in a commercial kitchen or restaurant.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, food presentation and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to plan and organise food preparation and kitchen activities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to maintain consistent standards of food quality and presentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to the required standard, using techniques such as grilling, frying and sauteing.
• Prepare ingredients, sauces, stocks, marinades and other components needed for service.
• Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation, cooking and presentation, keeping food quality, portioning, taste and presentation consistent.
• Make sure all meals are prepared and served within required service timeframes.
• Work with the director to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering seasonal availability of ingredients, the number of patrons at a booked event and portion size, in line with business requirements.
• Estimate food and labour costs and assist with food cost and portion control to meet budgetary targets.
• Maintain and monitor stock levels, minimise food wastage, and assist with ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products to make sure items are ordered in a timely manner and standards are met.
• Maintain appropriate food storage, labelling and stock rotation procedures, and freeze, preserve and store food products where required.
• Make sure food preparation and handling comply with applicable food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Instruct and train other kitchen workers in preparing, cooking, garnishing and presenting food, demonstrating cooking techniques and guiding staff on cooking procedures.
• Keep the kitchen and food preparation areas clean, organised and hygienic, and monitor and enforce sanitation practices so staff follow standards and regulations.
• Assist with the selection, training and supervision of junior kitchen staff where required.
• Inspect equipment, work areas and general supplies to make sure they meet established health and safety standards.
• Work effectively with other kitchen and hospitality staff and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen environment.
• Perform other reasonably associated duties as required

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree / Advanced Diploma / Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Zaab Zaab has been serving authentic Thai food since 2015. We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our busy restaurant in Traralgon, Victoria. You will prepare and present high-quality Thai dishes in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, adhering to our standards, recipes and safety practices.

You will work under pressure to maintain consistent quality, assist with menu development, monitor costs, and train junior staff while ensuring timely service for bookings and events.