Chef

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Position: Chef

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $78,000 p/a plus Super

Employer Name: Esplanade Bar A.B.N. 92 601 559 142

Job Location: 1 Manning Street, Scarborough Beach, WA, 6019, AUSTRALIA

Advertising Period: 28 days (15 Jan 2026 - 12 Feb 2026)

Please include Reference: J1487-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to *****@jobsource.net.au

Summary

Our client Esplanade Bar, located on Scarborough Beach, is a vibrant dining destination known for fresh, flavourful Thai and South‑East Asian cuisine and friendly service. Our client is seeking to add a skilled Chef to support its busy lunch, dinner and takeaway operations, delivering consistent quality, efficient service and memorable dishes while maintaining strong food safety, teamwork and kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, seasoning and cooking menu items in line with established recipes and presentation standards
• Inspecting and selecting fresh ingredients to ensure quality, freshness and suitability for service
• Managing food preparation during busy lunch, dinner and takeaway service periods
• Monitoring cooking processes to ensure correct techniques, timing and consistency are maintained
• Assisting with daily kitchen organisation and efficient workflow during peak service times
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness at all times
• Coordinating with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and timely dish delivery
• Contributing to menu consistency, particularly for signature Thai and curry‑based dishes
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting ingredient shortages or quality issues promptly
• Storing food correctly to minimise waste and comply with food safety regulations
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment, utensils and food preparation areas
• Assisting with preparation of banquet menus and group dining services when required
• Following workplace health and safety procedures within a fast‑paced kitchen environment
• Supporting senior kitchen staff with prep work and service coordination as needed

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management is essential, with Diploma qualifications considered advantageous
• Minimum one year of practical experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen environment
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook Thai or Asian‑style dishes to a consistent standard
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene practices and kitchen compliance requirements
• Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and willingness to work cooperatively within a small kitchen team
• Physical stamina and flexibility to work split shifts, weekends and public holidays as required

Please include Reference: J1487-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to *****@jobsource.net.au. Due to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.

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