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

Chance 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 3300

Work arrangement:

In person

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📌 Chef (Hamilton)
🏢 COURT LANTERN RESTAURANT
📍 Hamilton