Cook – Malaysian / Southeast Asian Cuisine

KANTAN | Fitzroy, Melbourne
Part-time | Approx. 12–20 hours per week
$28–$31 per hour + applicable penalty rates

KANTAN is a neighbourhood Malaysian restaurant in Fitzroy, and we're looking for an experienced cook to join our small kitchen team.

The role is mainly to support our existing kitchen team with food preparation and cooking, working closely with our kitchen lead and under the supervision of the Head Chef.

We're looking for someone who is reliable, organised and confident in a commercial kitchen. Experience with Malaysian, Indonesian or Southeast Asian cooking would be highly regarded, but strong practical cooking skills and a willingness to learn are equally key.

About the role
Approx. 12–20 hours per week
Permanent part-time position
Versatile morning and/or afternoon shifts
Food preparation and cooking
Preparing ingredients, sauces, curries and other menu components
Assisting with restaurant service and catering preparation
Following recipes, portioning and kitchen systems
Maintaining a clean, organised and food-safe kitchen




Working closely with the kitchen team, particularly the sous chef to maintain consistency and quality

What we're looking for
Previous experience working as a cook in a commercial kitchen
Good food preparation and knife skills
Comfortable working independently once trained
Able to follow recipes and maintain consistency
Reliable, organised and able to work well within a small team
Familiarity with Malaysian or Southeast Asian cooking is highly regarded
Formal qualifications are welcome but not essential. Practical kitchen experience and cooking ability are more significant to us.

This role would suit someone looking for regular part-time hours in a small, supportive kitchen setting.

If this sounds like you, please send us your resume together with a short introduction about your kitchen experience.

Pay: $28.00 – $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:
Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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