Cook for Indian Restaurant

SPICES 29 PTY LTD; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

SPICES 29 PTY LTD in NSW's coastal region invites a seasoned Cook/Head Chef to curate a new menu and lead a small team. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure dishes meet quality standards, and manage costs, inventory, and ordering while maintaining health and safety compliance.

The role requires previous head chef or senior cook experience, a culinary arts qualification, flexibility to work nights and weekends, and a hands-on leadership style in a high-end dining setting.

Qualifications

• Previous head chef or senior cook experience in a high-end dining setting preferred.
• Degree or diploma in culinary arts or equivalent life experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Modify menus or create new ones.
• Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.
• Supervise kitchen staff and recruit/manage team.
• Rectify arising problems or complaints and perform administrative duties.
• Comply with regulations and safety standards.
• Keep time and payroll records.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Plan and direct food prep

Menu costing

Cost control

Communication skills

Education

Culinary arts degree/diploma

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

An excellent employment opportunity for a truly exceptional candidate with a natural flair for hospitality and a strong commitment to excellence. The Cook will be responsible for curating a new menu & building up our already existing small team. Our aim is to offer one of the best culinary experiences in the Regional Area of WOY WOY. The position of Cook is responsible for the daily, hands‑on operations of the kitchen to ensure food items are prepared according to standards of quality, Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: train, develop and maintain employee skills, menu planning/costing inventory, plate presentation, ordering and employee scheduling. Organization, cost & product control are key in addition to ensuring the kitchen meets all health department standards for safe food handling. The Cook must have strong leadership skills, willing to lead by example and have the ability to work independently. Qualifications include previous relevant experience, a degree/diploma from a culinary arts training program or equivalent life experience preferably in a high‑end dining establishment. This position requires scheduling flexibility to include working nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Benefits and perks Located next to the Woy Woy Train Station and close Shopping mall and the river front. Area comes under regional NSW and eligible for RSMS. Salary $ 79,600 to $79,600 annually

Skills and experience Responsibilities Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities. Modify menus or create new ones Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs Supervise kitchen staff's activities. Recruit and manage kitchen staff Rectify arising problems or complaints Perform administrative duties. Comply with regulations and safety standards Keep time and payroll records Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

Requirements Proven working experience as a head chef Excellent record of kitchen management. Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently Capable of delegating multiple tasks Communication and leadership skills. Keep up with cooking trends and best practices Attractive salary on offer for the right candidate. Work RemotelyNo