Cook (Full Time)– Korean Restaurant
A&T Korean Pty Ltd trading as Sinjeon K-Street Food Hawthorn
Location: 367 Burwood road, Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: $79,423.00 – $90,000.00 per annum plus superannuation
About the Business
Sinjeon K-Street Food Hawthorn is an established Korean restaurant located in Hawthorn, Victoria. We prepare and serve a range of made-to-order Korean dishes, including tteokbokki, rice dishes, noodle dishes, fried chicken, kimbap and other Korean specialities.
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Cook to join our kitchen team on a permanent full-time basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing, seasoning and cooking a range of Korean dishes in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
- Preparing ingredients, sauces, marinades, stocks and accompaniments from raw ingredients.
- Operating cooking equipment, including stoves, fryers, grills and other commercial kitchen equipment.
- Monitoring cooking times, temperatures, portion sizes and presentation standards.
- Inspecting ingredients and finished dishes to ensure freshness, quality and consistency.
- Preparing food for daily restaurant service while maintaining appropriate stock rotation.
- Coordinating food preparation and cooking during busy service periods.
- Assisting with food ordering, stock control and minimising food wastage.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment.
- Complying with food safety, workplace health and safety and sanitation requirements.
- Assisting with the training and supervision of junior kitchen employees where required.
- Working collaboratively with other kitchen and front-of-house employees.
Skills and Experience
The successful applicant will have:
- A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent relevant industry experience.
- A minimum of two years’ relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.
- Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
- Experience preparing Korean or Asian cuisine is highly regarded.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.
- Ability to maintain consistent food quality during high-volume service.
- Strong time-management, communication and teamwork skills.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as reasonably required.
What We Offer
- Permanent full-time employment.
- Annual salary of $79,423.00 – $90,000.00 per year plus superannuation.
- A stable 38-hour working week.
- Staff meals and employee discounts.
- A supportive and professional kitchen environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing development within the business.
How to Apply
Please submit your current resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant cooking experience and availability.
Applications should be sent to [email protected]
Applications will be assessed based on the applicant’s qualifications, experience and suitability for the position.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Pay: $79,423.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person
