Asian Wok Chef (Full Time) | The Banner Plaza

The Plaza Group, one of Ireland’s leading independent motorway and primary route service providers, is excited to announce opportunities at our newly opened Banner Plaza! We’re looking for full-time Asian Wok Chefs to join our friendly, dynamic team for its new culinary experience with Mama Rich.

Mama Rich is renowned for authentic, vibrant Asian street food and takes pride in providing exceptional dining experiences inspired by the flavours of Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Vietnam, and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity for talented chefs who are passionate about authentic Asian cuisine and eager to bring their creativity and expertise to a vibrant and growing brand.

Role Overview

As Asian Wok Chef, you will play a key role in defining the kitchen’s culinary identity, specialising in wok techniques and authentic Asian sauces. You will prepare and execute signature dishes with precision, maintain consistency and quality across menus, and bring authentic Asian street food flavours to the forefront. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills, deep knowledge of Asian cuisine, and a passion for delivering bold, authentic flavours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expertly prepare and execute a variety of authentic Asian wok dishes with attention to flavour, texture, and presentation.
• Develop, refine, and deliver menus inspired by Nonya, Malay, Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese street food.
• Prepare, test, and perfect a wide range of traditional Asian sauces essential to the kitchen’s identity.
• Maintain consistency in portioning, cooking standards, and presentation across all dishes Collaborate with the team on seasonal menus, specials, and promotional offerings.
• Manage stock rotation, ingredient use, and ordering efficiently to reduce waste.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP and food hygiene regulations at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ professional experience specialising in Asian wok cooking.
• Proven expertise in Nonya, Malay, Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese street food traditions.
• Strong technical background in developing and executing authentic Asian sauces.
• Fluency in English and Cantonese.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.

If this sounds like you and you want to join the Banner Plaza team, apply today through this website or drop your CV in store today to our Mama Rich section!