Cook

Shahi Dastarkhwan; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shahi Dastarkhwan in Lakemba, NSW, is seeking a skilled Cook to join the team on a full-time basis. You will prepare a variety of Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes, follow recipes, and maintain quality standards.

The role focuses on efficient kitchen operations, food safety, and working with a fast-paced team to deliver consistent, freshly prepared meals for customers.

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, two years’ experience, and knowledge of food safety are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management, or a relevant qualification.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Cook or in a similar commercial kitchen position.
• Practical knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Experience preparing Indian and/or Indo-Chinese cuisine is highly regarded.
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and established food quality standards.
• Ability to work both independently and within a kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes per recipes and standards.
• Organise ingredients and complete prep work before and during service.
• Operate ovens, grills, cooktops and other kitchen equipment safely.
• Monitor dishes during cooking and adjust for consistency.
• Season, portion, plate, and garnish meals.
• Store ingredients and prepared foods safely to maintain freshness.
• Assist senior staff with quantities and preparation needs based on demand.
• Coordinate with chefs to ensure timely delivery of meals.
• Maintain clean and organized cooking stations and equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and WHS procedures.
• Minimise food wastage through proper prep and stock rotation.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Organisation

Recipe following

Indo-Chinese cuisine knowledge

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Shahi Dastarkhwan (Amim Group Pty Ltd) is a restaurant business offering a diverse range of Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisine. The restaurant is committed to delivering freshly prepared, high-quality meals while maintaining consistent standards of taste, presentation, food safety, and customer service.

To support the ongoing operational requirements of our kitchen and the efficient delivery of food services, we are seeking a skilled and reliable Cook to join our team on a full-time basis.

Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation (depending upon experience & skills)

Role: Full time

Location: Lakemba, NSW

Main responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s recipes, menu specifications, and quality standards.
• Organise ingredients and complete food preparation activities before and during service to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Operate ovens, grills, cooktops, and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively when preparing menu items.
• Monitor dishes throughout the cooking process and make necessary adjustments to ensure consistency in flavour, texture, portion size, and presentation.
• Season, portion, plate, and garnish meals appropriately before they are served to customers.
• Store ingredients, prepared food, and other perishable items correctly to maintain freshness and comply with food safety requirements.
• Assist senior kitchen staff with determining ingredient quantities and food preparation requirements based on anticipated service demand and catering orders.
• Coordinate with chefs and other kitchen team members to ensure meals are prepared accurately and delivered within appropriate service timeframes.
• Maintain clean and organised cooking stations, equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas throughout and following service.
• Follow established food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety procedures when preparing, cooking, handling, and storing food.
• Minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation, portion control, storage, and stock rotation practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management, or a relevant qualification.
• Minimum experience of at least two years working as a Cook or in a similar commercial kitchen position.
• Practical knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Experience preparing Indian and/or Indo-Chinese cuisine will be highly regarded.
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes, preparation instructions, and established food quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work according to the restaurant’s operational requirements, including weekends and public holidays where required.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Australian Citizens/ Permanent Residents preferred.

Application Questions

Please answer the following when submitting your application:

• Do you have full Australian working rights?
• Do you hold a Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management, or an equivalent qualification?
• Do you have two years’ experience working as a Cook in a commercial kitchen?
• Do you have experience preparing Indian and/or Indo-Chinese cuisine?