Creative Chef: Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Tandoor Grill Restaurant; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandoor Grill Restaurant in Australia seeks a Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, lead kitchen staff, and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a professional kitchen, strong leadership, and a passion for creative menu development while upholding food safety standards. This role may require evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• 3–5 years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Experience in menu planning and costing is highly desirable.
• First Aid and Food Safety certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes, ensuring adherence to quality and presentation standards.
• Develop and design new menu items, taking into consideration seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
• Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to foster a collaborative team environment.
• Manage food inventory and ordering supplies, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable practices.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations to maintain a safe kitchen environment.
• Monitor and control food wastage to optimize kitchen operations and minimize costs.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Conduct staff training on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
• Assist in creating and maintaining budgets for food and labor costs.
• Stay updated on food trends and industry developments to continually enhance menu offerings.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Menu design

Time management

Flexibility

Kitchen budgeting

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Tandoor Grill Restaurant in Australia seeks a Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, lead kitchen staff, and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a professional kitchen, strong leadership, and a passion for creative menu development while upholding food safety standards. This role may require evenings, weekends, and holidays.