Chef

Labour Support Group; Echuca; Vor Ort; AUD 68.000 - 104.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Echuca Curry Club in Echuca, VIC is seeking a Chef to prepare a range of Indian dishes, oversee kitchen operations, and ensure quality and presentation align with menu standards and customer expectations.

The role involves managing food preparation, maintaining hygiene, and contributing to menu development and kitchen efficiency. This is a full-time position with a salary of A$80,000 plus superannuation.

Qualifikationen

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• 12 months experience preparing and cooking Indian cuisine including curries and tandoori.
• 12 months preparing curry pastes and tandoori rubs from scratch.
• 12 months experience using kitchen equipment such as tandoor, ovens, grills, and fryers.
• 12 months experience managing kitchen operations, food preparation, and service coordination.
• 12 months experience in menu planning, food costing, and stock control.
• 12 months experience maintaining food safety standards and hygiene compliance.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and cook Indian dishes including curries, tandoori items, rice dishes, and breads.
• Plan and organise food preparation to ensure timely kitchen operations.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation to maintain consistency.
• Prepare sauces, marinades, and spice blends from scratch using traditional techniques.
• Manage stock levels, food ordering, and storage in line with kitchen requirements.
• Ensure proper handling of kitchen equipment including ovens, tandoors, and cooking appliances.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards per food safety regulations.
• Inspect ingredients and finished dishes to ensure quality and freshness.
• Develop and contribute to menu planning, including specials and seasonal offerings.
• Monitor operations to minimise waste and control food costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards.

Kenntnisse

Food safety knowledge

Kitchen leadership

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Ausbildung

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Diploma in Hospitality Management

Tools

Tandoor

Ovens

Grills

Fryers

Jobbeschreibung

The Client

Echuca Curry Club is a restaurant based in Echuca, VIC, specialising in authentic Indian cuisine and offering a diverse menu of traditional and modern dishes.

The Role

The Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking a range of Indian dishes, ensuring consistency in quality, presentation, and flavour in line with menu standards and customer expectations.

The role involves managing kitchen operations, overseeing food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and contributing to menu development and kitchen efficiency.

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $80,000 plus superannuation.

The Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes including curries, tandoori items, rice dishes, and breads in accordance with menu standards
• Plan and organise food preparation to ensure timely and efficient kitchen operations
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation to maintain consistency
• Prepare sauces, marinades, and spice blends from scratch using traditional techniques
• Manage stock levels, food ordering, and storage in line with kitchen requirements
• Ensure proper handling of kitchen equipment including ovens, tandoors, and cooking appliances
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in accordance with food safety regulations
• Inspect raw ingredients and finished dishes to ensure quality and freshness
• Develop and contribute to menu planning, including specials and seasonal offerings
• Monitor kitchen operations to minimise waste and control food costs
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards

The Requirements

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma of Hospitality Management, or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• At least 12 months experience preparing and cooking Indian cuisine including curries, tandoori dishes, and traditional recipes
• At least 12 months of experience in preparing curry pastes and tandoori rubs from scratch
• At least 12 months of commercial experience using kitchen equipment such as tandoor, ovens, grills, and fryers
• Minimum 12 months experience managing kitchen operations, food preparation, and service coordination
• At least 12 months experience in menu planning, food costing, and stock control
• At least 12 months experience maintaining food safety standards and hygiene compliance in a commercial kitchen
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices, cooking techniques, and food preparation methods
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet service deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to food quality and presentation