Chef (Indian Cuisine)

Kraving Foods Pty Ltd; City of Frankston; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established restaurant is seeking an experienced Chef to manage the kitchen operations, prepare Indian cuisine, and train staff. The ideal candidate should have a trade certificate and at least 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include cooking, menu planning, and ensuring compliance with hygiene regulations. This position is based in Cranbourne North, Victoria.

Qualifications

• At least 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in a busy restaurant or similar hospitality industry.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Skilled in preparing and cooking food to designed recipes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes and standards.
• Train kitchen staff and coordinate tasks for efficient operations.
• Plan menus and monitor quality control procedures.

Skills

Experience in Indian cuisine

Management of kitchen staff

Menu planning

Hygiene compliance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Trade certificate qualification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Chef for our well-established business Kraving Foods Pty Ltd T/A Anagan Indian Restaurant Cranbourne located at Linden Tree Way Avenue Village Shopping Centre, Cranbourne North VIC 3977.

We require someone with experience in preparing Indian cuisine. The Chef will have several daily responsibilities, including:

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes and standards, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Demonstrate techniques and advise on cooking procedures.
• Manage and provide training to kitchen staff, including cooks and kitchen assistants, coordinating tasks to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Visualize every situation and make independent decisions to handle tasks.
• Manage staff and supervise them to ensure they are following the correct procedures.
• Plan menus that incorporate seasonal ingredients and cater to various customer preferences and dietary needs.
• Monitor and implement quality control procedures for dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Estimate food and labor costs, and order food supplies.
• Prepare and cook various dishes.
• Explain and ensure compliance with hygiene regulations.

Interpersonal skills:

• Motivated and responsible for their own work.
• Shows initiative and takes a proactive approach to daily tasks.
• Works well with others and has good people skills.

Skills and experience

• Experienced trade certificate qualified Chefs with at least 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a busy restaurant or similar hospitality industry.