CHEF – Pinn's Palace 

Salary & Employment

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Pinn’s Palace, Cannington WA

Salary: $80000 + superannuation

Hours: 38hours per week

The position will suit an experienced Chef with strong knowledge of Malaysian Chinese and Asian cuisine who can work effectively in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Plan and organise the preparation and cooking of Malaysian Chinese and Asian dishes in accordance with Pinn’s Palace recipes and menu requirements.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, noodles, rice and other Malaysian Chinese and Asian dishes.
• Prepare and cook dim sum and other menu items according to established recipes, cooking methods and presentation standards.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation and cooking.
• Assist with menu planning, estimating food requirements and organising food supplies to support daily kitchen operations.
• Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation, cooking and presentation to ensure consistency in taste, quality and appearance.
• Demonstrate appropriate cooking techniques and provide guidance to kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Monitor cooking processes and ensure food is prepared using appropriate cooking methods and equipment.
• Ensure dishes are portioned, prepared and presented consistently in accordance with Pinn’s Palace standards.
• Monitor ingredient use and stock levels and assist with ordering food supplies when required.
• Maintain appropriate food storage practices to preserve the quality and freshness of ingredients and prepared food.
• Explain and enforce food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements within the kitchen.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff where required and assist in maintaining consistent cooking and preparation standards.
• Communicate with management and other kitchen staff regarding food preparation, kitchen operations and service requirements.
• Assist with coordinating kitchen activities to ensure food preparation and service are completed efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organised and hygienic food preparation, cooking and storage areas.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties related to the position as required.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful applicant must have:

• More than 4 years of relevant experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management OR Diploma of Hospitality Management.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and cooking Malaysian Chinese, Chinese or Asian cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of Asian ingredients, flavours, cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain consistent food quality, taste and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to organise kitchen preparation and work efficiently in a busy restaurant environment.
• Ability to work effectively with and provide guidance to other kitchen staff.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays as required by the restaurant.