Cook

Aroma Palace; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Salary $80,000-$85,000 + superann

Geebung, QLD location

Job summary

Aroma Palace in Brisbane’s Geebung area is seeking an experienced Cook to join the kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will prepare and cook items to established recipes, ensure quality and comply with food safety standards, with a focus on Indian and South Asian dishes.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking skills, attention to detail, and can work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen. Salary ranges from $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation, with flexibility for shifts.

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery or 3 years of relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of full-time Cook experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience with Indian/South Asian cuisine preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and safe handling requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy service period.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items per standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, marinating, and portioning meat and produce.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, and tandoor safely and efficiently.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to meet quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen workstations and equipment.
• Assist with stock rotation and timely delivery of orders.
• Support planning daily food prep based on demand and forecasts.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service.

Skills

Practical cooking

Indian/South Asian cuisine

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Tools

Grills

Ovens

Tandoor

Job description

Aroma Palace is seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to join its kitchen team on a full time basis.

The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items to established recipes and presentation standards, maintaining food quality, and assisting with the efficient day to day operation of the kitchen. The role requires strong practical cooking skills (including experience with Indian/South Asian cuisine preferred), attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a busy commercial kitchen environment.

Benefits

• Employment Type: Full time
• Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 plus superannuation
• Salary: $80000-85000
• Location: Geebung, QLD

Task & responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with standard recipes and presentation guidelines (including curries, tandoori items, biryanis, chaat, Indo Chinese dishes, and other authentic Indian specialties).
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, marinating, and portioning meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and other food items.
• Operate grills, fryers, ovens, tandoor (clay oven), and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is prepared to company quality standards.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Ensure food is prepared and served in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Assist with stock rotation using the FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory method and minimise food wastage.
• Receive and store food deliveries in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen workstations, equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas.
• Monitor stock levels of ingredients and notify management when supplies require replenishment.
• Assist in planning daily food preparation based on customer demand and sales forecasts.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of customer orders.
• Comply with workplace health and safety policies and safe food handling practices at all times.
• Assist in developing and testing new menu items or seasonal promotions as directed by management.
• Perform end of shift cleaning and ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and stored.

Qualification & experience

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent relevant qualification. Alternatively, three years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of formal qualifications.
• At least one year of relevant full time experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen environment (experience in Indian or South Asian cuisine highly regarded).
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook a range of menu items consistently and efficiently.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management, and safe food handling requirements.
• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, ovens, and preferably tandoor.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities during busy service periods.
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow standard recipes, portion controls, and presentation requirements.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.

About Company

Sahibs Tradings Pty Ltd, trading as Aroma Palace, offering authentic Indian cuisine. The business brings together the rich and diverse flavours of India, from bold North Indian spices and tandoori specialties to South Indian dishes, and more. It is committed to maintaining consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations, and high standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service in a warm, royal dining atmosphere.