About the role

This is a full-time, permanent position working 38 hours per week. You will work across our kitchen sections alongside our Head Chef - including dim sum, wok, fryer, roast meats and plating - with the prospect to grow with the business. Evening and weekend work is required.

Key responsibilities
Prepare and cook dishes across our full menu, including handmade dim sum, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodle and rice dishes
Prepare Cantonese-style roast meats to our standard, including BBQ pork, roast duck, crispy roast pork and crispy skin chicken
Steam, deep-fry, wok-toss and roast using high-heat techniques, and plate to our recipe and presentation standards
Season food during cooking and finish dishes with the correct sauces and garnishes
Complete mise en place and ingredient preparation before each service
Manage an allocated kitchen section during service and maintain workflow during busy periods
Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering and ensure correct stock rotation and storage
Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards at all times, including correct handling of raw and cooked foods
Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use equipment correctly

About you




Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification or relevant commercial cooking experience
At least 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen
Experience with Chinese cuisine, dim sum or wok cooking is highly regarded
Strong wok and high-heat cooking skills, with confidence in steaming, deep-frying and roasting
Current Food Handler / Food Safety certificate, or willingness to obtain one
Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service
Good communication skills in English
Reliable, punctual and a strong team player

Benefits
Staff meals during shifts
Staff discount on food and beverages
Close to public transport
Training and career development opportunities

About us

China Panda Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary Chinese restaurant and bar in East Perth. Our menu covers handmade dim sum, Cantonese-style roast meats, wok mains, sizzling plates, soups, congee, noodles, rice dishes and sides, served alongside a full bar. We prepare fresh food from scratch and are now looking for a skilled Cook to join our kitchen on a full time, permanent basis.

📌 Cook East Perth
🏢 Panda Capital
📍 East Perth