Mandina Kitchen is a well-established Yemeni restaurant bringing authentic Yemeni and Middle Eastern flavours to Melbourne. With locations in Carlton and Campbellfield, we are known for traditional dishes including Lamb Mandi, Chicken Mandi, Lamb Haneeth, Chicken Haneeth, Mugalgal, Madghout and other traditional Yemeni dishes.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team and help maintain the quality, consistency and authenticity of our food.

About the Role:

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking traditional Yemeni and Middle Eastern dishes in accordance with our recipes and quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing, cooking and presenting a range of traditional Yemeni and Middle Eastern dishes.
- Preparing signature dishes including Mandi, Haneeth, Mugalgal, Madghout and rice-based dishes.
- Preparing and cooking meat, poultry, vegetables, sauces, marinades and other ingredients.
- Ensuring meat and other ingredients are prepared, seasoned and cooked to the required standards.
- Maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, portion size and food quality.
- Preparing ingredients and completing mise en place prior to service.
- Monitoring cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is prepared safely and consistently.
- Following traditional recipes while maintaining the restaurant's established food standards.
- Assisting with menu preparation and introducing improvements where appropriate.
- Maintaining adequate food preparation during busy service periods.




- Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Complying with Australian food safety, workplace health and safety requirements.
- Working effectively with other chefs, kitchen hands and front-of-house staff.
- Assisting with training and supervising junior kitchen staff where required.
- Managing multiple cooking tasks efficiently during peak trading periods.

About You:

The successful candidate will ideally have:

- Relevant commercial cooking experience.
- Experience working in Yemeni, Middle Eastern, Arabic or similar cuisine will be highly regarded.
- Solid knowledge of meat preparation, rice dishes, spices, sauces and traditional cooking techniques.
- Ability to prepare food consistently to a high standard.
- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for traditional cuisine and maintaining authentic flavours.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

What We Offer

- Full-time employment with an established Melbourne restaurant.
- Opportunity to work with authentic Yemeni and Middle Eastern cuisine.
- Supportive and multicultural kitchen environment.
- Opportunity to develop and expand your culinary skills.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and skills.

📌 Chef (Carlton)
🏢 Mandina Kitchen
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