TOMMY JONG'S KITCHEN-Cook; Hospitality Worker; Dishwasher/Kitchen Hand; Restaurant Manager

1- Cook

Salary: $32 - $42

Position Summary: As a Cook at Tommy Jong’s Kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals in a fast-paced bistro environment, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across both lunch and dinner service periods.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and cook menu items to a consistent standard
2. Ensure food quality and presentation meet business expectations
3. Maintain a clean and organised workstation
4. Assist with stock control and stock rotation
5. Work efficiently during high-volume service periods
6. Follow all food safety and hygiene standards
7. Assist with menu preparation and daily specials
8. Communicate effectively with team members during service

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen
2. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
3. Strong organisational and time management skills
4. Knowledge of food safety standards

Role Requirements:

1. Availability across lunch and dinner service periods, including weekends.

2- Hospitality Worker (Bistro Staff)

Salary: $32 - $42

Position Summary:

As a Hospitality Worker at Tommy Jong’s Kitchen, you will provide efficient and friendly food service in a busy bistro environment. This role supports both lunch and dinner service periods and involves taking orders, delivering meals, and maintaining a clean and organised dining area.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide high-quality customer service to all patrons
2. Take and process food orders using POS systems (e.g. SwiftPOS)
3. Deliver meals accurately and efficiently
4. Assist customers with menu enquiries and dietary requests
5. Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, service stations, and equipment
6. Set up and pack down service areas before and after service
7. Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service
8. Assist with bookings, reservations, and function setups when required
9. Follow all food safety, hygiene, and workplace health & safety regulations
10. Assist with restocking and basic inventory tasks

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Certificate II in Hospitality or at least 1 year relevant experience
2. Strong customer service and communication skills
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
4. Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Role Requirements:

1. Availability across lunch and dinner service periods, including evenings and weekends

3- Dishwasher / Kitchen Hand

Salary: $32 - $42

Position Summary:

As a Dishwasher/Kitchen Hand at Tommy Jong’s Kitchen, you will support kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness and assisting with basic kitchen duties in a fast-paced food service environment across both lunch and dinner service periods.

Responsibilities:

1. Clean and sanitise dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment
2. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food preparation areas
3. Assist with waste disposal and recycling
4. Support chefs with basic food preparation when required
5. Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
6. Assist with end-of-service cleaning procedures
7. Report any damaged or faulty equipment

Requirements:

1. Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
2. Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene
3. Ability to work as part of a team

Role Requirements:

1. Availability to work across both lunch and dinner service periods, including weekends

4- Restaurant Manager

Salary: $32 - $42

Position Summary:As the Restaurant Manager at Tommy Jong’s Kitchen, you will oversee the daily operations of a high-volume, food-focused bistro. You will lead the front-of-house team to deliver efficient service, maintain customer satisfaction, and ensure smooth coordination between service and kitchen operations across both lunch and dinner service periods.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee all day-to-day bistro operations including service, staffing, and workflow
2. Manage and roster front-of-house staff in line with service demand
3. Ensure consistent, high-quality food service for all customers
4. Monitor stock levels
5. Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and timely service
6. Maintain compliance with food safety standards and workplace regulations
7. Handle customer feedback and resolve service issues
8. Drive food sales through daily specials and promotions
9. Ensure efficient coordination between service and kitchen during peak periods

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience in a restaurant or bistro environment
2. Strong leadership and team management skills
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
4. Knowledge of rostering and service management
5. Understanding of Australian food safety standards and compliance

Role Requirements:

1. Availability across weekdays, lunch and dinner service periods, nights, and weekends
2. Minimum 1–2 years relevant experience
3. Valid working rights in Australia