Indian Cook & Tandoori Specialist — Kitchen Lead

Global Vision Recruitment; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Aromas of India in Coffs Harbour is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, maintain high quality and presentation, and support efficient kitchen operations.

The role requires knowledge of Indian cuisine, tandoori techniques, and food safety, with 1+ year experience in a busy restaurant. This is a full-time on-site role with 38 hours per week in NSW.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Indian cuisine, ingredients, spices and traditional cooking techniques, including tandoori preparation.
• Ability to prepare a variety of meals while maintaining consistent food quality, taste and presentation.
• Knowledge of food portioning, garnishing, stock requirements and kitchen procedures.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Good communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an Indian restaurant or similar kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities associated with food preparation and cooking.
• Cook and present dishes attractively and creatively, following established procedures to preserve the nutritional quality of vegetables and meats.
• Prepare garnishes and plate dishes to meet presentation standards.
• Provide training and induction to new and existing junior kitchen staff.
• Examine food to ensure quality and presentation.
• Use different cooking methods, including tandoori cooking, frying, steaming, boiling and roasting.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and food items.
• Portion food, arrange it on plates and add appropriate gravies, sauces and garnishes.
• Order or requisition food ingredients and other supplies required for the efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Analyse recipes and assist in determining menu item prices based on food, labour and overhead costs.
• Report any kitchen equipment faults or maintenance requirements to management.

Skills

Indian cuisine knowledge

Tandoori preparation

Food safety & hygiene

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Aromas of India in Coffs Harbour is seeking an experienced Cook to join its kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, maintain high quality and presentation, and support efficient kitchen operations.

The role requires knowledge of Indian cuisine, tandoori techniques, and food safety, with 1+ year experience in a busy restaurant. This is a full-time on-site role with 38 hours per week in NSW.