Master Indian Cuisine Chef & Kitchen Lead

Tadka Hut; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tadka Hut, Melbourne's Indian cuisine restaurant, seeks an experienced Chef to lead a busy kitchen, develop menus and ensure high standards of taste, presentation and hygiene. You will guide junior staff, coordinate operations and maintain quality across all dishes.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent, and strong knowledge of Indian cooking methods, safety standards, and cost control in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as a Chef in a restaurant or commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine and traditional cooking methods.
• Experience in menu planning, food preparation, cooking and presentation.
• Sound understanding of food safety standards, kitchen hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Strong organisational, time-management and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus in consultation with management, considering customer preferences and costs.
• Prepare, season and cook a variety of Indian dishes using traditional recipes and techniques.
• Monitor ingredient quality and ensure dishes meet standards of taste, freshness and presentation.
• Estimate food requirements, manage portions and help control costs and wastage.
• Prepare curries, tandoori dishes, sauces and marinades according to standards.
• Regulate cooking temperatures and monitor preparation processes for consistency.
• Inspect supplies to ensure freshness and suitability for use.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen activities to meet service times.
• Provide guidance and training to kitchen staff on techniques and hygiene.

Skills

Indian cuisine knowledge

Menu planning

Leadership skills

Food safety & hygiene

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (Commercial Cookery)

Job description

Tadka Hut, Melbourne's Indian cuisine restaurant, seeks an experienced Chef to lead a busy kitchen, develop menus and ensure high standards of taste, presentation and hygiene. You will guide junior staff, coordinate operations and maintain quality across all dishes.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent, and strong knowledge of Indian cooking methods, safety standards, and cost control in a fast-paced environment.