Experienced Thai Cook for BanThai Restaurant

About the position

BanThai Restaurant & TakeAway ApS in Ringsted is looking for an experienced and motivated cook with solid knowledge of authentic Thai and Asian cuisine.

You will become part of our kitchen team and work closely with the kitchen management and other employees to ensure efficient daily operations, consistent quality and a high standard of food preparation.

The position is full-time and includes both preparation and cooking duties. We are looking for a reliable and professional employee who can work independently, cooperate with colleagues and contribute positively to the development of our kitchen.

Main responsibilities

Your duties will include, among other things:

• Preparing ingredients for daily kitchen operations, including washing, cutting, portioning and correct storage.

• Preparing and cooking authentic Thai and Asian dishes according to the restaurant’s recipes and quality standards.

• Ensuring consistent taste, quality, portion sizes and presentation.

• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen station.

• Assisting with daily preparation and service in both smaller and larger kitchen operations.

• Following instructions from kitchen management regarding production, preparation and daily priorities.

• Monitoring stock levels and informing management when ingredients need to be ordered.

• Receiving, checking and correctly storing food deliveries.

• Ensuring proper labelling, date marking, storage and rotation of ingredients.

• Following all hygiene, HACCP, food safety and workplace safety procedures.

• Cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils and work areas.

• Cooperating with the kitchen team to ensure efficient and smooth service.

• Assisting with other naturally occurring kitchen duties when required.

The list of duties is not exhaustive, and tasks may vary depending on the restaurant’s operational needs. Opgaverne er baseret på arbejdsbeskrivelsen i den tidligere kontrakt.

Qualifications

We expect that you:

• Have documented professional experience as a cook.

• Have strong experience with Thai cuisine and other Asian cooking traditions.

• Understand traditional Thai ingredients, preparation methods, flavours and presentation.

• Have experience working in a professional restaurant kitchen.

• Can work independently and as part of a team.

• Can maintain quality and overview during busy service periods.

• Have good knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling.

• Are reliable, flexible and responsible.

• Are willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays when scheduled.

• Can communicate in Thai and English.

• Danish language skills are an advantage but not a requirement.

Relevant culinary education, certificates and documented work experience will be considered an advantage.

Employment conditions

• Full-time employment.

• Average working time: 37 hours per week, excluding breaks.

• Working hours are primarily scheduled from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

• Shifts may vary depending on operational needs and will generally be scheduled as morning or evening shifts.

• Fixed monthly salary: DKK 37,500 before tax.

• Annual fixed salary: DKK 450,000 before tax.

• Holiday entitlement and holiday pay are provided in accordance with Danish legislation.

• Workplace: BanThai Restaurant & TakeAway ApS, Nørretorvet 22, 4100 Ringsted.

• Expected starting date: by agreement and subject to any required Danish residence and work permit.

• The employment is planned as a fixed-term position with the possibility of extension.

About BanThai

BanThai is a Thai restaurant and takeaway in Ringsted focusing on authentic Thai food, traditional preparation methods and dishes inspired by different regions of Thailand.

Our goal is to create genuine Thai food experiences based on quality ingredients, professional preparation and a strong respect for Thai food culture.

We offer a professional and multicultural working environment with a strong focus on cooperation, quality, responsibility and development.

• The opportunity to learn from and work closely with our Head Chef, Chef Nie, winner of Thai Iron Chef.

• Professional development through hands-on training in authentic Thai cuisine, traditional techniques and kitchen operations.

Application

Please send:

• CV

• Short application

• Copies of relevant education or culinary certificates

• Documentation of previous employment and professional experience

• References, where available

Applications should be sent to:

job@banthai.dk

Please write “Application – Experienced Thai Cook” in the subject line.

BanThai Restaurant & TakeAway ApS
Nørretorvet 22
4100 Ringsted
CVR: 44185342