Thai Chef

🍛 Job Advertisement: Thai Chef

Employer: Thai Silk Private Limited

Location:601 Karamu RoadNorth, Hastings

Position: Full-time (Minimum 30 hours per week)

Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour or above (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Permanent

Accredited Employer: Yes

About Us:

Thai Silk Private Limited is a well-established and locally loved Thai restaurant located in the heart of Hastings. We pride ourselves on delivering an authentic Thai dining experience using traditional recipes, high-quality ingredients, and a balance of fresh herbs and spices that reflect the true flavours of Thailand.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Thai Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of authentic Thai cuisine and the ability to prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook authentic Thai dishes including curries, stir-fries, soups, salads, and entrees.

Ensure quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes meet restaurant standards.

Manage daily kitchen operations including food preparation, storage, and hygiene compliance.

Assist with menu planning, portion control, and stock management.

Supervise and train junior kitchen staff as required.

Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to all food safety and health regulations.

Skills and Experience Required:

A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience as a Thai Chef, or a relevant qualification in commercial cookery.

Proven experience in cooking authentic Thai cuisine with strong knowledge of Thai ingredients, herbs, and cooking techniques.

Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.

Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Flexibility to work on weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay rate ($30-$32 per hour or higher based on experience).

A supportive and friendly work environment.

Opportunity to work with an Accredited Employer under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.

Long-term employment stability and growth within the business.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for Thai cuisine to:

📧[email protected]

📞 +64276274103