Chef Full Time

Hospitality Nation; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Mumtaaz Indian Bistro in Surrey Hills, Melbourne is seeking an experienced Chef to join the team on a full-time basis. You will prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, ensuring high quality, taste and presentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include supervising junior staff, managing inventories, and collaborating with the Head Chef to create new menu items. Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is preferred; salary ranges from AUD 73,000 to AUD 78,000 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef (1+ year)
• Extensive knowledge of Indian cuisine and techniques
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Passion for food and creative cooking

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes according to the menu and recipes
• Ensure timely and quality presentation of dishes
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation
• Monitor portion sizes and minimize waste
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Manage inventory and order ingredients as needed
• Collaborate with Head Chef to develop new items
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and follow sanitation procedures
• Adhere to company health, safety and food handling policies

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Location: Surrey Hills, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Contract Details: Full-time, Salary: $73,000 to $78,000 plus superannuation

Akom Enterprises Pty Ltd is a leading hospitality company that owns and operates Mumtaaz Indian Bistro, a popular restaurant located in Surrey Hills, Melbourne. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join our team on a full-time basis.

As a Chef at Mumtaaz Indian Bistro, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality Indian dishes, ensuring that they are presented and served to our customers in a timely and efficient manner. You will maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes according to the restaurant's menu and recipes
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared and served in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation
• Monitor and control portion sizes and food wastage
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Manage inventory and stock levels, and place orders for ingredients and supplies as needed
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new menu items and specials
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following all sanitation and safety procedures
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety, and food handling regulations.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Chef of at least 1 year, preferably in an Indian restaurant
• Extensive knowledge of Indian cuisine and cooking techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• A passion for food and a creative approach to cooking
• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/relevantqualifications in culinary arts or a related field is preferred.

We offer a competitive salary of $73,000 to $78,000 plus superannuation, as well as opportunities for career growth and development within our company. If you are a skilled and passionate Chef with a love for Indian cuisine, we want to hear from you!