Chef Full Time

Hospitality Nation; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Delicious staff meals

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Soni Indian Restaurant in Pottsville near Tweed Heads is seeking a full‑time Chef to lead Indian kitchen operations. You will prepare a variety of dishes, maintain high quality, and train junior staff while upholding hygiene standards.

The role requires certificate level cookery qualifications and at least 12 months of professional kitchen experience, with flexibility for evenings and weekends. A supportive team and staff meals are offered.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in cookery or above.
• 12 months of experience as a Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge and passion for Indian cuisine and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures.
• Experience with menu planning and ordering supplies.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes according to traditional recipes and restaurant standards
• Ensure the highest quality and consistency in taste and presentation of all dishes
• Manage and train junior kitchen staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance as needed
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety standards, following all food safety regulations
• Assist with menu planning and ordering supplies to ensure a well‑stocked and efficient kitchen
• Collaborate with the front‑of‑house team to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
• Continuously strive to improve and innovate dishes and menu offerings
• Monitor and control food and labour costs to meet budget targets
• Keep up‑to‑date with industry trends and new cooking techniques

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate IV in cookery

Job description

Soni Indian Restaurant is a well-known and highly rated Indian restaurant located in the beautiful coastal town of Pottsville, Tweed Heads in New South Wales, Australia. We pride ourselves on serving authentic and delicious Indian cuisine made with the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Our restaurant has been a local favorite for over 10 years and we are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our team.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full‑time Chef with a passion for Indian cuisine to join our team at Soni Indian Restaurant. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of Indian dishes, ensuring the highest quality and consistency in taste and presentation. You will also be responsible for managing and training junior kitchen staff, maintaining kitchen hygiene and safety standards, and assisting with menu planning and ordering supplies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes according to traditional recipes and restaurant standards
• Ensure the highest quality and consistency in taste and presentation of all dishes
• Manage and train junior kitchen staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance as needed
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety standards, following all food safety regulations
• Assist with menu planning and ordering supplies to ensure a well‑stocked and efficient kitchen
• Collaborate with the front‑of‑house team to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
• Continuously strive to improve and innovate dishes and menu offerings
• Monitor and control food and labour costs to meet budget targets
• Keep up‑to‑date with industry trends and new cooking techniques

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate IV in cookery or above
• At least 12 months of experience working as a Chef in a professional kitchen
• Strong knowledge and passion for Indian cuisine and cooking techniques
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures
• Experience with menu planning and ordering supplies
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as needed

Salary and Benefits:

• This is a full‑time position with a salary range of $78000 to $82000 plus superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience.
• supportive and positive work environment
• opportunities for professional growth and development
• delicious staff meals