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Hospitality & Tourism

Chefs and Cooks

Perth, Australia
$80,000/yr
Full-time
Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Chef to join a well-established hospitality venue in Western Australia. This full-time position offers an excellent work-life balance with a 4-day work week (day shifts only), a supportive team environment, and the opportunity for visa sponsorship for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will be passionate about preparing high-quality food, maintaining exceptional kitchen standards, and delivering outstanding dining experiences. This role also involves supporting junior kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting with kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes to a consistently high standard
  • Maintain excellent food quality and presentation across all menu items
  • Assist with menu planning and food preparation for special events
  • Monitor food costs through portion control, stock management, and waste reduction
  • Support the recruitment, training, and development of kitchen team members
  • Guide junior staff on cooking techniques and food preparation methods
  • Ensure special dietary requirements and allergy requests are accurately followed
  • Promote healthy food preparation and nutritional awareness
  • Maintain food safety, hygiene, and safe food handling standards at all times
  • Store, preserve, and freeze food according to food safety regulations
  • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management to ensure smooth operations
  • Contribute to an efficient, organised, and positive kitchen environment

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a busy restaurant, café, hotel, or similar commercial kitchen
  • Relevant culinary or cookery qualification is preferred
  • Experience preparing Western-style cuisine is preferred
  • Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, or Senior Sous Chef is highly regarded
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience managing food costs, labour, equipment, and kitchen waste is advantageous
  • Ability to train and mentor junior kitchen staff
  • Fluent English communication skills
  • Current police clearance, COVID-19 vaccination certificate, and first aid certificate are preferred
  • Must be willing to undergo random drug testing
  • A positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic

Special Instructions

Visa sponsorship is available for suitable international candidates.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please follow these instructions carefully:

  • Send your CV directly to apply@talynx.com.au.
  • Ensure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
  • Subject Line: Please mention the position you are applying for (Chefs and Cooks) in the email subject.
  • Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
  • Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
  • Attach a clear copy of your passport.

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Posted on July 17, 2026
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