Full Time Cook

Business Nest; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Chilli Mates Indian Restaurant in Sydney is seeking a full-time Cook to understand and prepare Indian cuisine, especially South Indian, Indo-Chinese and Tandoor. You will passionately deliver high-quality dishes and maintain standards.

The role requires knowledge of South Indian flavours, ability to work in a busy kitchen, and strong teamwork with kitchen staff. Remuneration is competitive and salary includes superannuation; applications open soon.

Qualifications

• With relevant formal qualifications and at least 1 year cook experience in a busy kitchen.
• Alternatively, minimum 3 years of commercial cooking experience.
• Strong knowledge of South Indian flavours and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation, seasoning and cooking according to the restaurant menu, recipes and standards.
• All food prepared to meet quality standards in a timely manner.
• Portioning the food, plating with side dishes, chutneys, sambar, curry as set by the restaurant standards.
• Understanding and demonstration of safety procedures and correct use of equipment.
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organised workstation.
• Maintaining and following the occupational health and safety standards.
• Maintaining and following the food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Communicating effectively with support staff and management.

Skills

South Indian flavours

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Education

Formal culinary qualifications

Job description

Trading as Chilli Mates Indian Restaurant

Cook – Full-time

SALARY $75,000 – $85,000 + Superannuation

SUMMARY

You need to understand Indian cuisine, especially South Indian, Indo Chinese, Tandoor

and can prepare, season, and cook food in dining and catering establishments for our

Restaurant. You will be passionate about food and a high achiever for products, quality

and services.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package ($75,000-$85,000 per year) + Super in line

with your experience and qualification.

If you are an experienced cook with passion for authentic Indian and Indo-Chinese

cuisine and are ready to embark on a great journey with Chilli mates, we would love to

hear from you.

Applications open on 18 September 2026 and close on 18 October 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

Your duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Food preparation, seasoning and cooking according to the restaurant menu,

recipes and standards.

• All food is prepared to meet quality standards in a timely manner.
• Portioning the food, plating it, presenting with side dishes, chutneys, sambar,

curry as set by the restaurant standards.

• Understanding and demonstration of safety procedures and correct use of

Equipment.

• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organised workstation.
• Maintaining and following the occupational health and safety standards.
• Maintaining and following the food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Communicating effectively with support staff and management.

Skill & Experience

Key Selection Criteria, Qualifications & Experience

Experience/ Knowledge

• With relevant formal qualifications, at least one year experience as a cook in a

busy kitchen environment or a min of 3 years of Commercial experience in a

• Strong knowledge of South Indian flavours and cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and organised during busy service periods.
• Attention to detail and proven ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and take directions from senior kitchen