Cook

Cook Overview

About us: China Panda Bar & Kitchen is a modern Chinese restaurant and bar in East Perth. Our menu covers handmade dim sum, Cantonese-style roast meats, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodles, rice dishes and sides, served alongside a full bar. We prepare fresh food from scratch and are now looking for a skilled Cook to join our kitchen on a full-time, permanent basis.

About the role: This is a full-time, permanent position working 38 hours per week. You will work across our kitchen sections alongside our Head Chef – including dim sum, wok, fryer, roast meats and plating – with the opportunity to grow with the business. Evening and weekend work is required.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes across our full menu, including handmade dim sum, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodle and rice dishes
• Prepare Cantonese-style roast meats to our standard, including BBQ pork, roast duck, crispy roast pork and crispy skin chicken
• Steam, deep-fry, wok-toss and roast using high-heat techniques, and plate to our recipe and presentation standards
• Season food during cooking and finish dishes with the correct sauces and garnishes
• Complete mise en place and ingredient preparation before each service
• Manage an allocated kitchen section during service and maintain workflow during busy periods
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and ensure correct stock rotation and storage
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards at all times, including correct handling of raw and cooked foods
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use equipment correctly

What we are looking for

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification or relevant commercial cooking experience
• At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen
• Experience with Chinese cuisine, dim sum or wok cooking is highly regarded
• Strong wok and high-heat cooking skills, with confidence in steaming, deep-frying and roasting
• Current Food Handler / Food Safety certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service
• Good communication skills in English
• Reliable, punctual and a strong team player
• Australian working rights preferred. Employer visa sponsorship may be available for suitable overseas applicants.

Salary and benefits

• $85,000 – $95,000 per year plus superannuation
• Full-time permanent position, 38 hours per week
• Staff meals during shifts
• Staff discount on food and beverages
• Close to public transport
• Training and career development opportunities

Pay: $85,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free drinks
• Free food

Work Location: In person

Visa Sponsorship May be