Position : Chef Type : Full-time Employer : Aprbs Kardinya Pty Ltd Location : Kardinya WA 6163 Salary : $79,500 p.a. About the Business Aprbs Kardinya Pty Ltd operates Ria, an authentic Indonesian street food restaurant in Kardinya as part of the established Ria98 chain founded in 1998. Specialising in signature dishes such as Ayam Penyet and a wide range of traditional Indonesian street food favourites prepared with fresh ingredients and our distinctive sambals, the restaurant delivers genuine flavours in a welcoming, casual setting through both dine-in and takeaway services. Ria Kardinya is known for its commitment to handed-down recipes, uncompromising quality, and the comforting, home-style taste that customers associate with authentic Indonesian cuisine. Our workplace culture centres on teamwork, respect for culinary heritage, passion for flavour, and a shared dedication to outstanding hospitality and memorable dining experiences for the local community. About the Position The Chef plays a pivotal leadership role in our kitchen, responsible for the consistent preparation of high-quality, authentic Indonesian dishes that uphold Ria Kardinya’s reputation. This hands-on position involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, maintaining strict standards of taste, presentation and food safety, contributing to menu development while preserving authenticity, and leading the kitchen team to deliver efficient, profitable service. The role is essential to our restaurant’s success, directly influencing customer satisfaction, operational excellence and the continued growth of our Kardinya location. Key Responsibilities Preparing and cooking authentic Indonesian dishes to a high standard, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation. Planning, designing, and updating menus in line with customer preferences and seasonal availability while maintaining authenticity. Estimating food and labour costs, managing portion control, and minimising wastage to maintain profitability. Monitoring food quality, flavour consistency, and presentation standards across all dishes. Managing stock levels, ordering specialised Indonesian ingredients, and maintaining supplier relationships. Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations. Supervising, training, and coordinating kitchen staff, including assisting with rostering and performance oversight. Overseeing kitchen operations during service periods to ensure efficiency and timely delivery of meals. Collaborating with management to improve menu offerings and overall kitchen performance. Requirements Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply. Minimum AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher (or equivalent). Three years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications. At least one year of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen environment. Required technical skills include proficiency in authentic Indonesian cooking techniques and ingredients, menu planning and development, food costing and portion control, stock and inventory management, and strict adherence to food safety and WHS standards. Strong interpersonal skills are also essential, including effective leadership and supervision of kitchen staff, the ability to train and coordinate team members, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving with management. How to Apply To apply, applicants must submit their resume with a valid email address through this online portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
