Chefs
Nucleus International RecruitmentListed 22 Sep 2026
Closes 24 Oct 2026
Chefs – KOI Bar & Restaurant, Cairns
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 + superannuation
KOI Bar & Restaurant is seeking experienced Chefs to join our kitchen team in Cairns.
Located on the Cairns Esplanade, KOI offers contemporary Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion dining, with a strong focus on fresh produce, premium seafood, sashimi, wagyu and creative share-style dishes.
About the roles
These are full-time positions for qualified and experienced Chefs who are passionate about producing consistently high-quality food in a professional commercial kitchen.
Key duties include:
Preparing and cooking dishes to KOI’s established standards
Preparing seafood, meat, vegetables, sauces and other ingredients
Producing Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion dishes
Ensuring consistency in presentation, portioning and quality
Assisting with menu preparation and development
Monitoring food quality and freshness
Maintaining appropriate stock levels and minimising wastage
Complying with food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements
Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen
Working effectively with the kitchen team during busy services
About you
You will have relevant commercial cookery qualifications and/or substantial experience working as a Chef in a busy restaurant environment.
Experience with Japanese or Asian cuisine, seafood, sashimi or contemporary restaurant cooking will be highly regarded.
You must be reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a professional kitchen team. Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required is essential.
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 per annum + superannuation
Location: Cairns, QLD
Positions: Full-time