Chef

Chandni Chowk Indian Restaurant; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandni Chowk Indian Restaurant in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Chef to lead and oversee kitchen operations. You will plan menus, estimate food and labour costs, order supplies, and ensure high-quality dishes while maintaining profitability.

The role requires over 1 year of experience, a Certificate IV or higher, meticulous attention to detail, strong time management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will train staff and enforce hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Must have more than 1 year of experience as a Chef.
• Certificate IV or higher qualification.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, estimate food and labour costs, order supplies, and develop menus for quality and profitability.
• Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers to ensure smooth operations.
• Inspect preparation and serving areas for safe, sanitary practices.
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of prep and presentation.
• Discuss issues with Managers, dietitians, and kitchen/waiting staff.
• Demonstrate techniques and advise on cooking procedures.
• Prepare and cook dishes and ensure hygiene regulations are followed.
• Explain and enforce hygiene and food safety rules.
• Select and train staff for efficiency and compliance.
• Freeze and preserve food and manage stock levels.
• Prepare dishes for customers with allergies or intolerances; estimate requirements and costs.
• Train and clean the kitchen and work area; monitor cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

• Plan, estimate food and labour costs, order food supplies, and develop menus to ensure high-quality food products and restaurant profitability.
• Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Discuss food preparation issues with Managers, dietitians, and kitchen and waiting staff.
• Demonstrate techniques and advise on cooking procedures.
• Prepare and cook food.
• Explain and enforce hygiene regulations.
• Select and train staff.
• Freeze and preserve food.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances; estimate food requirements and food costs.
• Train and clean the kitchen and work area.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Monitor food stock and place orders.
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items.

Skills and Experience:

• Must have an experience of more than 1 year of experience working as a Chef.
• Applicant must have a Certificate IV or higher qualification
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow the procedures accurately.
• Excellent time management skills to meet the deadlines.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.