Chef

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Banora Point; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Tweed Indian Hut at Banora Point is seeking an experienced Chef to lead the kitchen full-time. The role involves directing food preparation, developing menus that include vegetarian and vegan options, and ensuring top quality across dine-in, takeaway and delivery.

The successful candidate will manage food costs, supervise staff, maintain food safety standards and work closely with front-of-house during peak periods. A minimum of 1 year in commercial cooking is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills are essential.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff is required.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and cost control is important.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities across tandoor, curry, rice and bread.
• Develop and modify menus, including vegetarian and vegan options.
• Estimate food requirements and labor costs and manage stock.
• Prepare and cook food to a consistent standard for dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
• Supervise kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques.
• Manage rostering, ordering and stock control and source ingredients.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

AAR Corporation Pty Ltd Chef - Tweed Indian Hut Banora Point NSW 2486 | Full-time | $80,000 per year plus superannuation AAR Corporation Pty Ltd (Hire Sphere Global) is advertising this position on behalf of JSR Benipal Pty Ltd, trading as Tweed Indian Hut. Position overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to lead our kitchen full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities, including tandoor, curry, rice and bread preparation
• Develop and modify menus, including specials and vegetarian and vegan dishes, to meet quality standards
• Estimate food requirements and food and labour costs
• Prepare and cook food to a consistent standard across dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, and demonstrate cooking techniques
• Undertake rostering, ordering and stock control, including sourcing spices and specialty ingredients
• Manage and maintain the food safety program, including documentation and allergen management
• Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
• Arrange equipment maintenance, repairs and purchases
• Resolve kitchen problems and customer feedback promptly
• Work effectively with front-of-house staff to manage peak periods and online order volumes
• Maintain good time management during preparation and service periods

Qualifications and experience

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, Diploma of Hospitality Management, or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of relevant commercial cooking experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising kitchen staff
• Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to manage food costs, ordering and stock
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills

Job type: Full-time Pay: $80,000 per year plus superannuation Experience: Commercial cooking - 1 year (required) Work location: In person, 21 Amaroo Drive, Banora Point NSW 2486

About Company Tweed Indian Hut is an established Indian restaurant at 21 Amaroo Drive, Banora Point, serving the Tweed Coast community. We offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery, with a menu of authentic Indian dishes, including vegetarian and vegan options.

We are looking for an experienced Chef to lead our kitchen.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $80000-85000 Job Publish: 23-10-2026 Job Expire: 22-11-2026