Cook/Kitchen Hand

Position Summary

Seoul Garden Chadstone is part of the well-established Seoul Garden Korean BBQ buffet group, bringing authentic flavours, quality food, and warm hospitality to Melbourne’s vibrant dining scene.

We are seeking a capable and enthusiastic Cook to join our busy kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for consistently preparing and cooking dishes to established recipes, maintaining strict food quality standards, and supporting efficient daily kitchen operations under the guidance of our senior chefs.

Key Tasks

• Preparing and cooking a wide range of hot dishes and Korean BBQ buffet items, ensuring consistency, correct portioning, and presentation that reflect standard recipes.
• Carrying out the daily marination, seasoning, and grilling of meats and seafood in line with standard procedures and the Head Chef’s direction.
• Executing daily mise en place and prep work with precision, ensuring all portioning and plating accommodate special dietary needs or customised requests where appropriate.
• Maintaining ingredient freshness, proper storage, and efficient use of ingredients and equipment while minimising waste and reporting shortages or quality issues to senior staff.
• Supporting the broader kitchen team by guiding Kitchen Hands and assisting Chefs during peak service times.
• Organising daily preparation tasks and working efficiently to maintain structured workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintaining strict hygiene, cleaning, and food safety procedures in compliance with Australian regulations.
• Collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house teams to coordinate timing, service flow, and customer requirements.

Qualification & Experience

• A relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or higher) or a strong desire to build a career in the culinary industry.
• Previous experience as a Cook (especially in Asian or Korean cuisine) is advantageous but not essential. Enthusiastic candidates with no prior experience but a strong willingness to learn are highly encouraged to apply.

Skills & Capabilities

• Good understanding (or willingness to learn) of Australian food safety regulations and workplace hygiene standards.
• An interest in Korean BBQ preparation, hot dish cooking techniques, and authentic flavour profiles.
• Demonstrated discipline, reliability, and a strong commitment to continuous learning under the guidance of the Head Chef.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to support both kitchen and service staff smoothly.
• Ability to handle ingredients and stock effectively through correct storage, rotation, and waste minimisation.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and work efficiently across a high-volume, fast-paced service environment.
• Willingness to learn the safe use and cleaning of professional kitchen tools and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and food processors.

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $25.74 – $29.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free food

Work Location: In person