Chef
Hospitality · West Melbourne, Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Love cooking Indian food the proper way? An established hospitality business in Victoria is looking for an experienced Indian Chef who knows Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, Tandoor cooking and South Indian tiffins inside out.
Great food here means more than following recipes. You will look after quality, keep costs under control, back up your team and take real ownership of every plate served. You will also help keep the kitchen running smoothly and help the team grow.
There is room to take on responsibility, protect authentic cooking standards and have a say in menu and operational decisions. If you have cooked in busy kitchens in the Middle East or back home in the Philippines, your experience counts.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook Hyderabadi Dum Biryani the authentic way, sticking to the established recipes
- Prepare Tandoor dishes as well as South Indian tiffins
- Own the quality and preparation of the Indian dishes leaving the kitchen
- Handle mise en place and the day-to-day food preparation
- Help develop the menu and keep every recipe consistent
- Check ingredients as they are delivered and keep a close eye on food quality
- Look after kitchen equipment and make sure food is cooked at the right temperatures
- Assist with ordering, portion control and food costing
- Store food properly and rotate stock efficiently
- Cook safe meals for diners with allergies or special dietary needs
- Supervise the kitchen crew, and train and guide junior team members
- Keep the kitchen clean, tidy and well organised
- Follow food safety and hygiene rules every time and support compliance with food-handling and workplace regulations
Requirements & Eligibility
- A commercial cookery certification or a relevant culinary trade qualification
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a relevant industry
- Has worked before as a Chef, Sous Chef or in an equivalent role
- Strong skills in producing Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, plus hands-on Tandoor cooking experience
- Has prepared South Indian tiffins and other authentic Indian dishes
- Experience controlling portion sizes and food costs
- Familiar with stock management and kitchen ordering
- Able to schedule, supervise or train kitchen staff
- A current Food Safety Supervisor certification is highly regarded
- A good team leader with strong communication skills
- Works independently, takes ownership of responsibilities and brings a reliable, proactive approach to kitchen operations
- Well organised, with strong problem-solving skills
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