Job Title: Experienced Chef

Location: Melbourne, VIC

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us: We are a renowned Indian restaurant located in Ringwood, East of Melbourne, known for our authentic and exquisite Indian cuisine. We pride ourselves on delivering a unique dining experience with a blend of traditional and contemporary dishes.

Job Description: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Indian Cuisine Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Indian culinary traditions and a flair for creating innovative dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori items, and desserts.
• Develop and plan menus, ensuring a balance between traditional Indian flavours and modern dietary trends.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with management to create seasonal and special event menus.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Indian Cuisine Chef.
• Relevant culinary qualifications are desired with at least Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, preferably an additional Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.
• Minimum of two years of work experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Indian spices, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Employee discounts on food and beverages.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Supportive and friendly work environment.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about Indian cuisine and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you would be a great fit for our team.