Chef Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining food safety compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, prepare and cook a wide range of Indian cuisine menu items including curries, tandoori dishes, biryanis, breads and accompaniments to a high level of quality and consistency.
* Assist with menu development, new recipe creation and seasonal or festival-themed specials reflective of Indian culinary traditions.
* Oversee daily kitchen operations including preparation, cooking, plating and service coordination.
* Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergen management and OH&S standards.
* Monitor stock levels, conduct regular inventory checks and manage procurement of ingredients, spices and supplies.
* Maintain effective cost-control measures including portioning, waste reduction and supplier negotiation.
* Train, mentor and supervise junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, techniques and quality standards.
* Work closely with the Restaurant Manager and front-of-house team to ensure smooth, efficient service during peak periods.
Requirements:
* Minimum 3 years full-time commercial cookery experience.
* Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
* Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
* Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.