Job Description

Legal Name: Dr. Jiang’s Taste Pty Ltd

Trading name: Little Dreamer Cafe

ABN: 37612920457

Address: Shop 3/51 Kameruka St, Calamvale, QLD 4116

FULL-TIME COOK

SALARY $75,000-$82,000 + SUPERANNUATION

Little Dreamer Cafe is seeking a skilled and dedicated full-time Cook to join our team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, committed to excellence, and ready to contribute to a fast-growing, quality-focused kitchen environment.

How to apply:

Applications open on 9 October 2026 and close on 8 November 2026.

Please send your CV to ****@businessnest.com.au. Please include the job role title in your email.

Key Responsibilities

Duties

- Preparation, cooking and presenting meals.
- Demonstrate excellent food preparation practices, portion control and end to end food production.
- Take responsibility for delivering the highest measures of food production and presentation.
- Ensure all dishes are prepared and cooked to consistent company standards.
- Assisting the Head Chef in preparing meals.
- Manage food costs and ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
- Train, mentor, and support kitchen staff to maintain high performance.
- Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.
- Assist with stock ordering and monitoring procedures.




- Maintain food quality, properly handle ingredients, and manage stock rotation in accordance with HACCP requirements.
- Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Uphold exceptional standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene at all times.
- Conduct weekly stock takes, place orders, and monitor wastage levels.

Skill & Experience

Required Skills

- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
- Minimum 1 year of professional kitchen experience.
- Experience in both Asian and Western kitchens is highly desirable, as we aim to expand our fusion cuisine offerings.
- Strong knife skills and the ability to independently prepare a variety of seafood; prior experience in Japanese cuisine is preferred.
- Proven experience in preparing and managing food for large-scale events or functions and events management.

Additional Comments

- Fluent in English; Mandarin proficiency is an advantage.
- Passionate, motivated, and committed to high standards; takes pride in delivering excellent results.
- Rapid-learning, adaptable, and able to handle multiple tasks effectively.
- Familiarity with Chinese business culture, norms, and customer preferences is beneficial.
- Must have a flexible schedule and be available for work aligned with event requirements.

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