Cook – PHO LE Melbourne
Full-Time | $90,000–$100,000 + Superannuation
PHO LE Melbourne is looking for an experienced and reliable Cook to join our growing
kitchen team. Bringing more than 55 years of Saigon heritage to Melbourne, PHO LE is
committed to serving authentic Vietnamese flavours with a strong focus on quality, consistency
and traditional preparation methods.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cook who is comfortable working in a fastpaced Vietnamese commercial kitchen and has strong skills in food preparation, cooking and
kitchen organisation.
About the Role
As a Cook at PHO LE, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
and in maintaining the quality and consistency of our food.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage and supervise the daily operations of the kitchen.
- Coordinate food preparation and service to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and
consistently.
- Organise kitchen workflow and allocate duties to kitchen staff according to service
requirements.
- Monitor food quality, presentation, portion sizes, and service standards.
- Prepare large batches of pho broth, including handling beef bones, meat, spices, seasoning,
and cooking processes.
- Monitor broth cooking times, temperatures, flavour consistency, and final yield.
- Prepare and cook various cuts of beef including brisket, fatty brisket, tendon, rare beef, and
other pho toppings.
- Train staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, portion control, hygiene, and kitchen
procedures.
- Allocate daily tasks and kitchen sections to staff.Monitor employee performance and
provide guidance where necessary.
- Assist with preparing kitchen staff rosters according to operational requirements
- Ensure compliance with Australian food safety and hygiene requirements.
- Monitor food storage temperatures and cooking temperatures.
- Ensure raw and cooked foods are stored and handled safely.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, preferably in
Vietnamese or Asian cuisine.
Experience preparing Vietnamese dishes, particularly PHO broth and beef-based
dishes, highly regarded.
Strong knife skills and confidence handling meat, bones, vegetables and fresh
ingredients.
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade experience preferred.
Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate preferred.
Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling procedures.
Ability to work efficiently and maintain consistent standards during busy service
periods.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A reliable attitude and strong work ethic.
Genuine passion for Vietnamese cuisine and quality food.
Availability to work evenings and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as
required.
Willingness to learn, develop and grow with the business.
Why Join PHO LE?
Competitive salary of $90,000–$100,000 per annum + superannuation, depending
on skills and experience.
Full-time employment with long-term career opportunities.
Join a well-established Vietnamese brand with more than five decades of heritage.
Work in a busy and growing Melbourne restaurant.
Supportive and professional kitchen environment.
Opportunity to further develop your skills in traditional Vietnamese cooking and PHO
preparation.
Be part of a team committed to authentic flavours, consistency and high food-quality
standards
Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free food
- Salary packaging
Work Location: In person
