Chef Wanted

Sanjh Indian Restaurant; Queensland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanjh Indian Restaurant is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on authentic Indian cuisine, leveraging traditional techniques to deliver high-quality dishes in a busy restaurant.

You will plan and cook a variety of dishes, maintain food safety standards, and assist with menu development and kitchen operations, while training staff and ensuring guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Plan and cook authentic Indian dishes including curries, tandoori, biryanis and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
• Prepare marinades, sauces, spice blends and gravies using traditional techniques.
• Develop and improve menu items while maintaining quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of authentic Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori dishes, biryanis, vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties.
• Prepare marinades, sauces, spice blends and gravies using traditional Indian cooking techniques.
• Develop and improve menu items while maintaining the restaurant's food quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking temperatures, portion sizes and presentation to ensure consistency.
• Manage kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation during busy service periods.
• Estimate food requirements, monitor stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards in accordance with Australian regulations.
• Minimise food wastage and assist with effective kitchen cost control.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking methods and safe food-handling practices.
• Work closely with management to maintain efficient kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Indian cuisine

Tandoor cooking

Curries

Food safety & hygiene

Teamwork

Time management

Education

AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management

Job description

Sanjh Indian Restaurant is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

We are looking for a passionate and skilled individual with strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, traditional cooking techniques and the ability to consistently prepare high-quality dishes in a busy restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of authentic Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori dishes, biryanis, vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties.
• Prepare marinades, sauces, spice blends and gravies using traditional Indian cooking techniques.
• Develop and improve menu items while maintaining the restaurant's food quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking temperatures, portion sizes and presentation to ensure consistency.
• Manage kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation during busy service periods.
• Estimate food requirements, monitor stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards in accordance with Australian regulations.
• Minimise food wastage and assist with effective kitchen cost control.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking methods and safe food-handling practices.
• Work closely with management to maintain efficient kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications and Experience

• AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Relevant experience as a Chef, preferably specialising in Indian cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices, curries, tandoor cooking and traditional food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational, communication and time-management skills.
• Sound understanding of Australian food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality in a fast-paced kitchen.