Our Airline Catering client is seeking a highly experienced and self-sufficient Chef with a strong background in Asian cuisine to join our dynamic and fast-paced kitchen team at Perth Airport. This role is not suited to entry-level or developing chefs — we are specifically looking for professionals who can confidently operate independently and consistently deliver high-quality results under pressure. Please follow this link for a information video - Chef - Dnata Catering Careers About the Role You will be part of a large-scale, high-performance catering operation producing meals for airline services. Working within a team of approximately 40 chefs, you'll play a key role in maintaining quality, consistency, and efficiency across all production. Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook a wide range of Asian cuisine dishes to a high standard Work independently with minimal supervision while meeting strict production deadlines Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control Operate effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations What We're Looking For Proven, hands-on experience in Asian cuisine (essential) Must have full work rights in Australia Ability to work autonomously and manage your own section confidently Demonstrated experience in high-pressure, high-volume kitchens Strong time management and organisational skills A professional, reliable, and disciplined work ethic Clear understanding of food safety standards Important Information This is a demanding role in a fast-paced production kitchen — not a restaurant environment The business operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year , so flexibility during Mon-Friday (including night shifts) is essential You will be working as part of a large, diverse culinary team where efficiency and teamwork are critical Why Join Dnata Catering? Stable, full-time opportunity within a global organisation Opportunity to go full-time within 3-6 months Potential to develop and grow into Senior Chef positions (Sous Chef progression) Exposure to large-scale, international catering operations Supportive team environment with clear standards and expectations Please Note: Only candidates with genuine, demonstrated experience with at least 5 years experience and the ability to work independently will be considered. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we encourage you to apply.
