Court Lantern (Asian) Restaurant is seeking an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team in Hamilton, Victoria. This is a full-time position offering an opportunity to work in an established regional restaurant and contribute to the preparation and delivery of a diverse Asian-inspired menu.

About Us

Court Lantern (Asian) Restaurant is an established restaurant located in the regional city of Hamilton, Victoria. We offer a diverse Asian-inspired menu and provide both dine-in and takeaway services to the local community.

Our menu includes a broad selection of stir-fried dishes, noodles, rice dishes, meat, poultry and seafood, with a focus on freshly prepared food, consistent quality and reliable service.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook dishes in accordance with established recipes, menu requirements and restaurant standards, including a range of Asian-style dishes
- Plan and prepare menu items and contribute to menu development in consultation with management and kitchen staff
- Apply appropriate cooking techniques, including wok cooking and high-heat stir-frying, while maintaining consistency in taste, portioning and presentation
- Coordinate food preparation and kitchen activities to ensure efficient and timely service during busy periods
- Check the quality and freshness of ingredients, monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and appropriate food storage
- Maintain high standards of food quality, food safety,



hygiene and kitchen cleanliness throughout daily operations
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams and assist with training and supervising kitchen staff where required

Required Skills and Experience

- Relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent industry qualification
- Relevant experience in a commercial restaurant or kitchen environment
- Strong practical cooking skills and sound knowledge of commercial kitchen operations
- Experience with Asian cuisine and wok-based cooking techniques will be highly regarded
- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements, with the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment

Why Join Us?

- Stable, full-time employment with an established restaurant in Hamilton
- Opportunity to work with a diverse Asian-inspired menu
- Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
- Opportunity to contribute to menu development and daily kitchen operations
- Long-term chance within an established regional hospitality business

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and employment experience through CareerOne.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 per annum, excluding superannuation

Work Location: Hamilton VIC 3300

Work arrangement: In person

📌 Chef (Hamilton)
🏢 COURT LANTERN RESTAURANT
📍 Hamilton