Kitchen Assistant (Prep & Pass) / Kitchen Coordinator
Ming Dining is an award-winning contemporary Cantonese restaurant located in the heart of Melbourne CBD. We are looking for a reliable, energetic and motivated Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
This role is ideal for someone who learns quickly and can assist chefs with food preparation, order coordination and food pass during busy service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist chefs with food preparation and basic cooking tasks
- Prepare vegetables, ingredients and kitchen mise en place
- Coordinate food pass and call orders during service
- Ensure dishes are prepared and served in the correct order
- Assist with plating and presentation under chef supervision
- Support chefs during busy lunch and dinner services
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen
- Follow food safety and hygiene standards
- Assist with stock organisation and deliveries when required
Requirements
- Previous kitchen experience preferred
- Experience in a Chinese restaurant is an advantage
- Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Able to understand and communicate in Chinese
- Quick learner with a positive attitude
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay
- Career development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive kitchen team
- Work in an award-winning Melbourne CBD restaurant
- Staff meals and dining discounts
- Opportunity to grow into a Chef de Partie or higher kitchen position
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time
Location: Melbourne CBD
Salary: Competitive hourly rate, based on experience.
Pay: $25.00 – $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to speak, understand, and read Chinese for daily workplace communication?
Work Location: In person
