Chef

Hyderabad Fusion Pty Ltd - T/A Hyderabad Fusion Restaurant; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HYDERABAD FUSION PTY LTD is seeking an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team, specializing in Indian and Hyderabadi cuisine. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, ensuring food quality, hygiene, consistency and kitchen standards.

The ideal candidate will know Hyderabadi techniques and work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Prior experience in Indian restaurants and strong kitchen discipline are essential.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate should have relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working as a Chef in an Indian restaurant or commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Indian and Hyderabadi cuisine.
• Experience preparing biryani, curries, tandoori and other traditional Indian dishes.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide range of Indian and Hyderabadi dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Prepare traditional dishes including biryani, curries, tandoori items, kebabs, breads and other Indian specialties.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared fresh and according to food safety requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, freshness and presentation.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development and seasonal specials where required.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients.
• Minimise food wastage and control food costs.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, work areas, storage areas and utensils are kept clean and hygienic.
• Follow workplace health and safety and food safety procedures.
• Ensure food is stored, labelled and handled correctly.
• Work effectively with other chefs, kitchen staff, waitstaff and management.
• Assist with training and supervising junior kitchen staff when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served within required service times.

Skills

Commercial cookery

Chef experience

Hyderabadi cuisine

Biryani and curries

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

About the Role

HYDERABAD FUSION PTY LTD is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality Indian and Hyderabadi cuisine while maintaining excellent food quality, hygiene, consistency and kitchen standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of traditional Indian cooking techniques, particularly Hyderabadi cuisine, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide range of Indian and Hyderabadi dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Prepare traditional dishes including biryani, curries, tandoori items, kebabs, breads and other Indian specialties.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared fresh and according to food safety requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, freshness and presentation.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development and seasonal specials where required.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients.
• Minimise food wastage and control food costs.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, work areas, storage areas and utensils are kept clean and hygienic.
• Follow workplace health and safety and food safety procedures.
• Ensure food is stored, labelled and handled correctly.
• Work effectively with other chefs, kitchen staff, waitstaff and management.
• Assist with training and supervising junior kitchen staff when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served within required service times.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate should have:

• Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working as a Chef in an Indian restaurant or commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Indian and Hyderabadi cuisine.
• Experience preparing biryani, curries, tandoori and other traditional Indian dishes.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.

Key Personal Attributes

• Passionate about cooking and Indian cuisine.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Calm and professional in a busy kitchen environment.
• Committed to maintaining high standards.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Working Conditions

The position involves working in a commercial restaurant kitchen, including prolonged periods of standing, handling kitchen equipment and working in a fast-paced environment.

The successful applicant must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, according to business requirements.