We are looking for an experienced and reliable Cook to join our kitchen team on a full time basis.

The successful candidate will have robust hands-on cooking skills and experience in preparing Chinese hotpot ingredients, soup bases, sauces and seasonings while maintaining consistent flavour and quality.

Key tasks:
Prepare and cook a variety of menu items in accordance with established requirements and quality standards.
Prepare different soup bases, broths, sauces, marinades, seasoning mixes, dipping sauces and other components required for different menu items.
Prepare and cook dry pot and stir-fried dishes using appropriate wok cooking, seasoning and heat-control techniques.
Prepare a variety of specialty snacks, side dishes and other cooked menu items.
Prepare meat, seafood, vegetables, tofu products and other ingredients through appropriate cutting, portioning, marinating, blanching and pre-cooking techniques.
Adjust seasoning, cooking time and temperature, meanwhile maintain consistent flavour, texture and presentation.
Check the freshness and quality of ingredients and ensure food is properly stored, rotated and handled.
Monitor ingredient and stock levels and assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies as required.




Maintain portion control and minimise food wastage during preparation and service.
Maintain a clean and organised kitchen and comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service during busy periods.

Skills and Experience
Cooking relevant qualification is preferred
Previous experience working as a Cook in a busy commercial kitchen.
Strong practical cooking skills, particularly in soup and broth preparation, sauce and seasoning preparation, wok cooking and stir-frying.
Good understanding of Chinese spices, seasonings, sauces and flavour combinations.
Good knife skills and experience preparing meat, seafood and other fresh ingredients.
Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
Ability to manage multiple dishes during busy service periods.
Positive communication and teamwork skills.

Pay: $73,000.00 – $79,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Employee discount
Free drinks
Free food
Maternity leave
Parental leave
Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook Adelaide
🏢 YGF Hot Pot
📍 Adelaide