Chef

Our Other Company; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Villa Tandoori Kitchen & Cafe Dromana in Dromana, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Chef to join their vibrant team. You will lead cooking operations, craft menus, and showcase authentic Indian dishes in a busy kitchen.

This full-time role offers AUD 80,000–85,000 per year plus superannuation. Applicants should have 1–2 years as a Chef, a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, and solid knowledge of traditional Indian cuisine.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of experience as a Chef.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery required.
• Experience with traditional Indian cuisine essential.
• Ability to work with diverse dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise food preparation and cooking activities.
• Lead kitchen operations and maintain quality and hygiene standards.
• Develop and present dishes and menus.
• Estimate supplies, manage costs, and supervise staff.
• Collaborate with team to ensure timely service.

Skills

Chef experience

Team leadership

Indian cuisine knowledge

Menu development

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Our client, Indian Villa Tandoori Kitchen & Cafe Dromana, is a vibrant Indian eatery in Dromana, known for their richly spiced, slow-cooked Indian curries. With consistently strong ratings and a welcoming atmosphere, the establishment stands out among local Indian eateries. Boasting a strong local reputation, they emphasise customer-first hospitality, led by Owners and Chefs with extensive experience and a signature tandoor for breads like masala kulcha, Keema Naan and Seekh Kebabs.

The business is currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their team. As a Chef, you will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team with the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create. You will hone your cooking skills and techniques, and you will have the freedom to express yourself in the dishes you create.

This is for a full-time role with an annual salary of $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation. Duties will include:

• Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation and cooking activities.
• Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays.
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure delivery of services.
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
• Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Instruct Cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
• Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.
• Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour and overhead costs.
• Use of the tandoor to prepare Indian breads and tandoori dishes.
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
• Meet with sales representatives to negotiate prices and order supplies.
• Prepare and cook food of all types, either regularly or for special customers or functions.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of Cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Record production and operational data on specified forms.

Requirements

• Must have at least a Certificate IV in commercial cookery.
• Should possess a minimum of one to two (1-2) years of experience as a Chef.
• Experience and knowledge in traditional Indian cuisine are essential.
• Must be able to work with proteins such as chicken, beef and seafood.
• Must know how to prepare meals to dietary requirements.
• Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team.