Chef — Hongdae Pocha & BBQ (Chippendale, NSW)
Hongdae Pocha & BBQ is a vibrant Korean BBQ and pocha-style restaurant in Chippendale. We are seeking an experienced full-time Chef to join our kitchen team.
Responsibilities
- Lead an allocated kitchen section, delivering Korean BBQ and pocha dishes to a high, consistent standard.
- Oversee food quality, portioning and presentation within the section.
- Maintain HACCP and NSW Food Authority food-safety standards.
- Supervise and train junior kitchen staff.
- Manage section stock, rotation and waste.
- Contribute to menu development and seasonal updates.
Duties
- Prepare mise en place, sauces and banchan for the section.
- Cook and plate dishes to recipe and presentation standards.
- Maintain timely, efficient service at the pass during peak trading.
- Monitor stock levels with correct labelling, storage and FIFO rotation.
- Train junior staff on recipes, preparation and food safety.
- Perform opening and closing duties, including cleaning and equipment checks.
About you
- Experience with Korean cuisine or Asian grill/fry sections in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Strong cooking technique, flavour and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of HACCP and food-safety compliance.
- Ability to lead junior staff and perform under pressure.
- Available for a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
