Chef – Full-Time | $82,000 + Super

Aji Spice House – Teneriffe, Brisbane QLD

Salary: $82,000 per annum plus superannuation

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Hours: Average 38 hours per week

Location: Shop 8, 36 Vernon Terrace, Teneriffe QLD 4005

About Aji Spice House

Aji Spice House is a vibrant café, bar and kitchen located in Brisbane's Teneriffe precinct, specialising in bold Asian flavours inspired by Japan, India and Nepal.

Our menu combines contemporary Australian café favourites with creative Asian-inspired dishes, offering a distinctive dining experience across breakfast, lunch and dinner.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team in a permanent full-time position.

About the Role The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes while contributing to the efficient day-to-day operation of our commercial kitchen.

Working alongside our existing kitchen team, you will assist with menu development, food preparation, quality control, stock management and maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation.

This is an opportunity to work in a creative kitchen offering a diverse menu and a range of cooking techniques and flavours.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and organise food preparation and cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
- Prepare, cook and present dishes to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
- Monitor food quality and consistency throughout preparation and service.
- Contribute to menu planning, recipe development and seasonal menu changes.
- Assist with food costing, portion control and reducing food waste.
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering, receiving and storing ingredients.
- Maintain appropriate food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards.
- Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.




- Demonstrate cooking techniques and assist with training junior kitchen employees when required.
- Accommodate dietary requirements and food allergies in accordance with food safety procedures.
- Maintain a safe, clean and organised kitchen environment.
- Assist with the efficient operation of the kitchen during busy service periods.

Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have an appropriate commercial cookery qualification and/or a minimum of two years' relevant work experience in a similar Chef role.

The successful applicant should also demonstrate:

- Strong food preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
- Experience working in a commercial restaurant, café or similar hospitality environment.
- Ability to work across multiple kitchen sections.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling requirements.
- Experience with stock control, portion control and minimising food waste.
- Ability to maintain consistent food quality during busy service periods.
- Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
- Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and evenings.

Experience with Asian cuisines, ingredients and cooking techniques would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

- Competitive annual salary of $82,000 plus superannuation.
- Permanent full time employment averaging 38 hours per week.
- Opportunity to contribute to a creative and diverse menu.
- Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment.
- Opportunity to develop culinary skills across a range of cooking styles and cuisines.
- Work in Brisbane's vibrant Teneriffe dining precinct.

How to Apply If you are an experienced Chef who enjoys working with diverse flavours, takes pride in food quality and presentation, and thrives in a team-oriented kitchen, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications, experience and suitability for the position through SEEK or Indeed.

Join Aji Spice House and help us deliver bold Asian flavours to Brisbane.

Pay: $82,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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