Authentic Indian Cook: Tandoor & Curries | Full-Time

Talent connector Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Competitive salary AUD 80k-85k

Job summary

Simar & Gurdeep Pty Ltd in Cairns, Queensland, is seeking a skilled Cook specializing in Indian cuisine to join its kitchen team. The role involves preparing curries, biryanis, tandoori items and breads, while upholding quality, portion control and food safety standards.

Candidates should have 2–3 years in a commercial kitchen with Indian cooking experience; certificates in Commercial Cookery or a Diploma in Hospitality with cookery focus are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have commercial kitchen experience with Indian cuisine.
• Experience with curries, gravies, tandoori dishes and breads.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and portion control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare curries, gravies, tandoori items, biryanis and naans per recipes.
• Manage curry/tandoor/appetizer sections during peak service hours.
• Ensure consistent taste, spice balance, presentation and portions; minimise waste.
• Plan and prepare daily menu and accommodate special requests.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and assist with opening/closing duties; support junior staff.
• Work efficiently under pressure to deliver meals on time.

Skills

Commercial Cookery

Tandoor cooking

Curries

Food safety

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma in Hospitality (cookery)

Job description

Simar & Gurdeep Pty Ltd in Cairns, Queensland, is seeking a skilled Cook specializing in Indian cuisine to join its kitchen team. The role involves preparing curries, biryanis, tandoori items and breads, while upholding quality, portion control and food safety standards.

Candidates should have 2–3 years in a commercial kitchen with Indian cooking experience; certificates in Commercial Cookery or a Diploma in Hospitality with cookery focus are preferred.