Indian Chef

Tandoor&Thai; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandoor & Thai is seeking a Chef – Indo-Thai Fusion to lead a busy kitchen in Whittlesea, VIC. You will plan menus in consultation with management and cook a wide range of Indian, tandoor, Thai-inspired and fusion dishes.

Key duties include operating the tandoor, ensuring food safety, training staff and coordinating kitchen activities during service. Evening, weekend and holiday availability is required for a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Commercial cookery qualifications or relevant industry experience.
• Strong Indo-Thai fusion and tandoor cooking experience.
• Experience with Indian curries, sauces, marinades, breads and tandoori dishes.
• Thai cuisine or Indo-Thai fusion experience welcomed.
• Knowledge of food safety and commercial kitchen procedures.
• Ability to maintain food quality and presentation.
• Organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Able to work independently or in a team.
• Available for evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus with management.
• Prepare, season and cook Indian, tandoor, Thai dishes.
• Prepare curries, gravies, sauces, marinades, naan and other breads, kebabs and tandoori dishes.
• Operate the tandoor and other cooking equipment safely.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills, tandoors and other equipment.
• Estimate food requirements and assist with cost control.
• Order food supplies and monitor stock.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation and allergen management.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Coordinate food preparation during service.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served efficiently and consistently.
• Cater for dietary requirements and special requests.

Skills

Indo-Thai fusion cooking

Tandoor cooking

Indian curries

Bread making

Food safety

Kitchen teamwork

Education

Commercial cookery qualifications

Job description

CHEF – INDO-THAI FUSION

Tandoor & Thai | Whittlesea VIC 3757

Full-Time | $80,000 per annum + Superannuation

About Us

Tandoor & Thai is an Indo-Thai fusion restaurant located in Whittlesea, Victoria. Our menu brings together traditional Indian and tandoor cooking techniques with the distinctive flavours and cooking styles of Thai cuisine.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus in consultation with management.
• Prepare, season and cook a variety of Indian, tandoori, Thai-inspired and Indo-Thai fusion dishes.
• Prepare curries, gravies, sauces, marinades, naan and other breads, kebabs and tandoori dishes.
• Operate the tandoor and other commercial cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills, tandoors and other cooking equipment.
• Estimate food requirements and assist in determining food and labour costs.
• Order food supplies and ingredients and monitor stock and inventory levels.
• Inspect ingredients to ensure quality and freshness.
• Check prepared dishes for quality, taste, presentation and correct portion sizes.
• Develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal and fusion menu development.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to kitchen staff.
• Train and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff where required.
• Coordinate food preparation and kitchen activities during service.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served efficiently and consistently.
• Cater for dietary requirements and special requests where appropriate.
• Ensure appropriate storage, labelling and rotation of ingredients.
• Monitor food wastage and assist with food and portion-cost control.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation and allergen management.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen and food preparation area.
• Work closely with management and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth restaurant operations.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications and/or appropriate relevant industry experience.
• Strong Indian and tandoor cooking experience.
• Experience preparing Indian curries, sauces, marinades, breads and tandoori dishes.
• Thai cuisine or Indo-Thai fusion experience is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and commercial kitchen procedures.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a kitchen team.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Position Details

Job Title: Chef – Indo-Thai Fusion

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80,000 per annum + superannuation

Location: 2A/24 Church Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757