Chefs/Cooks – Korean Restaurant

About the role Popo Lee is looking for experienced and motivated Chefs and Cooks to join our busy Korean restaurant in Northbridge, Perth. We are looking for team members with strong commercial cooking skills, particularly experience with wok cooking and Korean or Asian cuisine. Depending on your qualifications, experience and level of responsibility, you may work as a Chef or Cook within our kitchen team. The role involves preparing and cooking Korean dishes to a consistently high standard while working efficiently in a busy, high-volume restaurant environment. Key responsibilities Prepare and cook Korean and Asian dishes according to established recipes and quality standards Operate and manage the wok station during busy service Complete mise en place and daily food preparation for service Maintain consistency in flavour, portion size and presentation Ensure food is prepared and cooked efficiently during high-volume service Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service Maintain a clean, organised and efficient workstation Follow established recipes, systems and kitchen procedures Assist with preparation across different kitchen sections when required Monitor ingredient usage and minimise food waste Follow correct food storage, labelling and stock rotation procedures Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service Assist with maintaining kitchen equipment and work areas Additional responsibilities — Chef level For applicants appointed at Chef level, the role will also include: Take responsibility for the wok section and coordinate its operation during service Lead and support kitchen team members during busy service periods Allocate preparation and cooking tasks to junior kitchen staff where required Train and guide kitchen staff in recipes, cooking techniques and kitchen procedures Monitor kitchen workflow and ensure preparation is completed for service Assist with menu planning, recipe development and maintaining standardised recipes Monitor stock levels and identify ordering requirements Assist with ordering food, ingredients and kitchen supplies Receive and check deliveries for quality, quantity and freshness Assist with stock control, stock rotation and inventory management Monitor food costs and minimise unnecessary waste Ensure kitchen standards and recipes are consistently followed Assist management with maintaining kitchen quality, efficiency and food safety standards Take responsibility for maintaining consistent food quality during service About you We are looking for people who: Have previous commercial cooking experience Have experience working in a busy restaurant or high-volume kitchen Have strong wok cooking skills Have experience with Korean or Asian cuisine Can confidently handle a busy service Can work quickly while maintaining consistency and quality Have good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness Can follow recipes and established kitchen systems accurately Are reliable, punctual and able to work well as part of a team Can work independently and take responsibility for their assigned section Take pride in their work and maintain high standards Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic For Chef-level applicants Chef applicants should additionally have: Demonstrated experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations Experience leading or supervising kitchen team members Experience with stock control and food ordering Ability to coordinate kitchen preparation and workflow Ability to train and support junior kitchen staff Strong understanding of food quality, consistency and portion control Korean or Asian cuisine experience is highly regarded. About Popo Lee Popo Lee is a busy Korean restaurant located in Northbridge, Perth, offering a broad Korean and Asian food menu together with an extensive beverage selection. Our restaurant provides a large dine-in operation alongside takeaway service and operates a busy, high-volume kitchen. We are committed to serving quality Korean food while maintaining high standards of consistency, efficiency, food safety and customer service. What we offer A busy and professional kitchen environment Opportunity to work with Korean and Asian cuisine Training and development opportunities Supportive kitchen team Opportunity for career progression for experienced team members Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience If you are an experienced Chef or Cook who takes pride in producing quality food and enjoys working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you.