Asian Buffet Chef (Chinese Cuisine)

Lixuan Oy; Jyväskylä; On-site; EUR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Asian buffet restaurant in Jyväskylä is hiring an Asian Buffet Chef with a strong background in Chinese cuisine. The role involves high-volume cooking, menu planning, and maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate has 2-3+ years of experience in large-volume operations. We offer stable hours and opportunities for growth in a supportive team. Application details include sending a CV and chef certificates to the provided email.

Benefits

Staff meals

Employee discounts

Relocation & residence-permit support

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years experience in Chinese hot kitchen and large-volume operations.
• Ability to work under peak-time pressure with strong BOH coordination.
• Finnish Hygiene Passport or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Cook and season Chinese hot dishes for buffet service.
• Plan menu rotations and manage food costs effectively.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Chinese cuisine

Teamwork

Basic English

Knowledge of allergens and food safety

Education

Chinese cuisine chef certificate

Job description

Overview

Asian Buffet Chef (Chinese Cuisine) – Employer: Itsudemo Seppälä; Location: Jyväskylä, Finland; Employment type: Full-time, Permanent; Start date: By agreement; Salary: According to collective agreement (experience-based supplements).

About us

Itsudemo is a popular Asian all-you-can-eat buffet known for fresh dishes and fast service. We're hiring a skilled chef with strong Chinese cuisine background to keep our buffet running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Cook and season Chinese hot dishes for buffet service (wok/stir-fry, roasted meats, noodles, rice, sauces, soups).
• High-volume batch cooking, timely replenishment of buffet stations, and quality control.
• Daily prep, mise en place, portioning, and presentation for a consistent guest experience.
• Plan menu rotations and specials with the head chef; reduce waste and manage food costs.
• Maintain HACCP, hygiene, temperature logs, and allergen labeling.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organized; support and train junior staff.

What we’re looking for

• Chinese cuisine chef certificate or equivalent professional qualification.
• 2-3+ years experience in Chinese hot kitchen and large-volume/buffet operations.
• Strong teamwork and BOH coordination under peak-time pressure.
• Basic English for work; Mandarin/Cantonese an advantage. Finnish is a plus.
• Finnish Hygiene Passport (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Knowledge of allergens, food safety, and cost-conscious production.

We offer

• Stable full-time hours with fair scheduling (weekends/evenings as agreed).
• Supportive, multicultural team and growth opportunities (station lead / sous chef).
• Staff meals, employee discounts, and work gear provided.
• Relocation & residence-permit support for qualified non-EU candidates

Application details

Employment relationship: Employment

Work start date: According to agreement

Wage: Fixed salary

Number of positions: 2

Notes for applying: Send your CV in English, copies/photos of relevant chef certificates, and any food photos/portfolio to: Email: [e-mail] (Subject: Asian Buffet Chef Your Name)

Application deadline: Open until filled

Contact person: Xuli Lan, 0413110808