Job description
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
Prospect to contribute to menu development and daily kitchen operations
Long-term opportunity within an established regional hospitality business
Job Type:
Full-time, permanent
Hours:
38 hours per week
Salary:
$80,000 – $85,000 per annum, excluding superannuation
Work Location:
Hamilton VIC ****
Work arrangement:
In person
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📌 Chef (Hamilton)
🏢 COURT LANTERN RESTAURANT
📍 Hamilton