Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef specializing in authentic Indian cuisine to lead and manage our kitchen operations. This is an excellent chance for a motivated culinary professional who takes pride in food quality, team leadership, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare, season, and cook a wide range of authentic Indian dishes while maintaining high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
* Plan and develop menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal availability of ingredients, customer preferences, dietary requirements, and restaurant concept.
* Estimate food and labour costs and manage kitchen budgets to achieve financial targets.
* Order food supplies, monitor stock levels, and minimise wastage through effective inventory control.
* Inspect and select ingredients to ensure freshness and quality of produce.
* Demonstrate and supervise cooking techniques and advise kitchen staff on food preparation procedures.
* Train, mentor, and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure productive workflow and high performance.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety regulations.
* Monitor portion control, plating, and consistency of dishes during service periods.
* Develop and introduce new recipes and menu items to enhance customer satisfaction and business growth.
* Liaise with front-of-house management to ensure smooth kitchen operations, especially during busy service times.
* Handle customer feedback related to food quality and implement improvements where necessary.
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
Skills & Qualifications
* Minimum Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher, or an equivalent qualification.
* At least 1 or 2 years of experience in Indian cuisine, including strong knowledge of Indian spices and traditional cooking techniques.
Benefits
Position: Full time Permanent
Salary Package: $75,000 – $90,000 per annum (plus superannuation)
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
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