Chef

OASJ Pty Ltd as trustee for the Hornet Bank Trust, trading as Oh Boy, Bok Choy!, operates a South-East Asian restaurant and bar in Stafford, Queensland. The restaurant draws inspiration from the cuisines of Vietnam, China, Malaysia and Thailand, offering a diverse menu of contemporary South-East Asian dishes within a modern dining environment. The business focuses on fresh ingredients, consistent flavour, food quality, presentation and efficient kitchen service.

About the Role

Oh Boy, Bok Choy! is seeking an experienced Chef to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will prepare and cook a range of South-East Asian dishes, coordinate food preparation during service and maintain consistent standards of flavour, quality, presentation and kitchen operations.

Location: 264 Stafford Road, Stafford QLD 4053

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of South-East Asian dishes in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards
• Prepare and cook menu items reflecting Vietnamese, Chinese, Malaysian and Thai culinary influences in accordance with the restaurant’s established recipes and standards
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistent quality, flavour and presentation
• Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and appropriate quality
• Regulate cooking temperatures and operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Season, portion and present dishes in accordance with restaurant standards
• Assist with menu planning, seasonal dishes and estimating food requirements
• Monitor ingredient usage and minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation and portion control
• Ensure ingredients and prepared food are stored, handled and rotated appropriately
• Coordinate food preparation activities and guide junior kitchen staff during service
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and storage areas
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Experience preparing South-East Asian cuisine will be highly regarded
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and commercial kitchen operations
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, flavour, portioning and presentation during busy service periods
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling requirements
• Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.